The Raid (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1991, The Raid is an action and drama film directed by Tsui Hark, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. In the 1930s, China was in a state of turmoil and flurry. The dethroned Emperor Pu-Yi had established the Puppet State of Manchukuo in Manchuria and was cooperating with the Japanese in the testing of poisonous gas. The revolutionary army headed by Lieutenant Mong is assigned to crush this vicious plot. During his mission, Mong comes across witty and valiant veteran Uncle Choy and his friends, who volunteer to help. Mong believes that Uncle Choy is too old to join them. How can Uncle Choy prove himself? And can they succeed in their mission?
Who’s in it. The Raid stars Dean Shek as Dr. Choy, Tony Leung Ka-fai as Commander Masa, Jacky Cheung as Bobo Bear and Corey Yuen as Brother Big Nose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Raid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Raid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Raid 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 Raid (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Raid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Raid worth watching?
- The Raid holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Raid?
- The Raid stars Dean Shek, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Jacky Cheung, Corey Yuen and Paul Chu Kong.
- When was The Raid released?
- The Raid was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.