On the Run (1988): cast, story & where to watch

1988 · Film · ★ 7

On the Run poster

Released in 1988, On the Run is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. When Hsiang Ming's wife is murdered, he takes up the hunt for her killer. The killer turns out to not be at all like he imagined, and suddenly he has unsuspected enemies who are after him.

Who’s in it. On the Run stars Yuen Biao as Heung Ming, Pat Ha as Chui / Ms Pai, Charlie Chin Chiang-Lin as Supt Lui and Ida Chan as Insp. Lo Huan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, On the Run has been warmly received by audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of On the Run 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 On the Run (1988)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Run change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is On the Run worth watching?
On the Run holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in On the Run?
On the Run stars Yuen Biao, Pat Ha, Charlie Chin Chiang-Lin, Ida Chan and Lee Heung-Kam.
When was On the Run released?
On the Run was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.