The Constable (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film · ★ 4.9

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Released in 2013, The Constable is an action and drama film directed by Dennis Law, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Lam Kwok Kuen, nearing retirement and raising a mentally challenged son by himself, is a police officer whose sole requirement on the job is oversee the department fleet. Despite this, he remains active in the front line of police service, putting his life on the line for the sake of others, his heroism bettering even the most seasoned professionals. He fights the bad guys, putting criminals behind bars, upholding the law at any cost, for as his adage proclaims, to live a day surmounts to pursuing justice relentlessly, whether life or death proceeds in its aftermath.

Who’s in it. The Constable stars Simon Yam as Lam Kwok Kuen, Lam Suet as Ah Wai, Sam Lee as Chow Kong Hon and Maggie Shiu, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Constable 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 Constable page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Constable 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 Constable (2013)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Constable change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Constable worth watching?
The Constable 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 Constable?
The Constable stars Simon Yam, Lam Suet, Sam Lee, Maggie Shiu and Niu Mengmeng.
When was The Constable released?
The Constable was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.