Legally Declared Dead (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2019, Legally Declared Dead is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Steve Yuen Kim-Wai, running about 109 minutes.

What it’s about. When insurance agent Yip Wing-shun (Carlos Chan) is called to visit Tak (Anthony Wong) and Ling’s (Karena Lam) home to follow up on a life insurance policy, he discovers their son’s corpse hanging in the bathroom. Principled and kind-hearted, Yip Wing-shun suspects that the child may have been murdered. As Yip Wing-shun digs for the truth, the real perpetrator turns the tables and forces Yip Wing-shun into a psychological battle of wills.

Who’s in it. Legally Declared Dead stars Anthony Wong Chau-Sang as Tak, Karena Lam Kar-Yan as Ling, Carlos Chan Ka-Lok as Yip Wing-shun and Kathy Tong Yee, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Legally Declared Dead 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 Legally Declared Dead page.

If you liked it. Fans of Legally Declared Dead tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Legally Declared Dead (2019)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Legally Declared Dead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Legally Declared Dead worth watching?
Legally Declared Dead holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Legally Declared Dead?
Legally Declared Dead stars Anthony Wong Chau-Sang, Karena Lam Kar-Yan, Carlos Chan Ka-Lok, Kathy Tong Yee and Liu Kai-Chi.
When was Legally Declared Dead released?
Legally Declared Dead was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.