Samico Films Production Co., Ltd. presents a thrilling flick that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. "Casino Tycoon" stars Andy Lau, Chingmy Yau, Joey Wong, and Alex Man in a story that spans over two hours and 13 minutes.
Set during World War II, the film chronicles the journey of Benny (Andy Lau), a young graduate who flees Hong-Kong after the Japanese invasion. He heads to Macau, a city known for its gambling haven, where he slowly builds his way up in the ranks of the Macau underworld.
As Benny rises through the ranks, he impresses a local businessman with ties to organized crime, which ultimately leads to trouble. The film is a rollercoaster ride of emotions, taking viewers on a journey of pluck, diligence, and wit.
"Casino Tycoon" has received a user score of 65 out of 100 on TMDb, collated reviews from 13 knowledgeable users. While opinions may vary, the film's themes of perseverance and loyalty will resonate with audiences worldwide.
Currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on Apple iTunes, "Casino Tycoon" is a must-watch for fans of action-packed thrillers.
Plot Summary
Set in World War II, Casino Tycoon chronicles the story of Benny, a young graduate played by Andy Lau, who flees Hong-Kong during the Japanese invasion and heads for gambling haven Macau. Once in Macau, he impresses a local business man who has ties to organised crime, he slowly builds his way up in the ranks of the Macau underworld which ultimately leads to trouble.
Trivia
- The film was released in 1992.
- It stars Andy Lau, Chingmy Yau, Joey Wong, and Alex Man.
- The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes.
- The movie has a user score of 65 out of 100 on TMDb, collated reviews from 13 knowledgeable users.
Availability
"Casino Tycoon" is currently available to rent, purchase, or stream via subscription on Apple iTunes.
Casino Tycoon (1992) — The Movie Database (TMDB)
- Release Date: 12/12/1992
- Runtime: 2h 13m
- Genre: Thriller, Crime
- User Score: 65 out of 100
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About this movie
Casino Tycoon is a 1992 Hong Kong action drama film written, produced and directed by Wong Jing starring Andy Lau, Joey Wong and Chingmy Yau. The film is inspired by stories of Stanley Ho, Henry Fok and Yip Hon. It was followed by the sequel Casino Tycoon 2, which was released the same year.
Rating: 15+