The Trail (1993): cast, story & where to watch

1993 · Film · ★ 6

The Trail poster

Released in 1993, The Trail is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Manfred Wong, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Officer Lei tracks down embezzler Chen Ziliang in Mongolia. Although Chen insists he was innocent, Lei must escort him across China to bring him to justice, but it soon becomes apparent that an unknown organization wants Chen killed.

Who’s in it. The Trail stars Jiang Wen, Alex Man, Yu Li and Kenneth Tsang, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Trail has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trail page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Trail tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Trail (1993)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trail change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Trail worth watching?
The Trail holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Trail?
The Trail stars Jiang Wen, Alex Man, Yu Li, Kenneth Tsang and Manfred Wong.
When was The Trail released?
The Trail was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.