The Conman (1998): Cast & Plot
The Conman is a 1998 action comedy starring Andy Lau as King, Bonnie Law Ming-Chu and Angie Cheung. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 53m (113 min)
- Original language
- Cantonese
- Studio
- China Star Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Conman About?
The premise of The Conman without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A man kills an assassin by accident and when he gets out of prison, the victim’s brother attempts to avenge his death.
The Conman Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- con man
- gambler
The Conman Cast & Characters
Andy Lau leads the cast as King, with Bonnie Law Ming-Chu as King's Lover and Angie Cheung as Fanny.
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Andy Lau as King - Bonnie Law Ming-Chu as King's Lover
- Angie Cheung as Fanny
- Emotion Cheung Kam-Ching as Chung
Also Starring in The Conman
· 30 more- Nick Cheung Ka-Fai Dragon
- Athena Chu Yan Ching
- Frankie Ng Chi-Hung Rocky
- Jack Kao Macau Mon
- Waise Lee Chi-Hung Handsome
- Che Jan-Bong Handsome's Gangster
- Wong Jing Squirrel
- Johnny Cheung Wa Bad Temper's Gangster
- Lee Siu-Kay Winner Gary
- Gary Mak Wing-Lun Cruise Gambler
- Spencer Lam Seung-Yi Lam Seung Wai, Soccer Commentator
- Wong Wai-Fai Bad Temper's Gangster
- Wong Man-Chun Policeman
- John Cheung Chan-Sang Policeman
- Aman Chang Man Man in Toilet
- Karel Wong Chi-Yeung Eastwood
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- Vincent Chi Mo-Chun Handsome's Gangster
- Ben Ng Ngai-Cheung Bad Temper
- Benjamin Yuen Jack
- Eddie Che Wai-Yin Handsome's Gangster
- Chow Mei-Shing Handsome's Gangster
- Tam Tin-Bo Woman in Advertisement
- Cheung Yuk-Wah Handsome's Gangster
- Lau Tung-Ching Bad Temper's Gangster
- Lee Kim-Wing Handsome's Gangster
- Yeung Kin-Wai Angela
- Wong Kam-Tong Uncle Liang
- Yu Ka-Ho
- Rocks Chik Miu-Sui Handsome's Gangster
- Alan Man Ka-Wing Raymong Chou
The Conman Plot Summary
What happens in The Conman from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
King’s story begins with a tense situation that leads to a personal tragedy. One night, when King (played by [Andy Lau]) stays overnight at his mistress Fanny’s place, his pregnant wife, Fanny, [Bonnie Law Ming-Chu], unexpectedly discovers them together. Heartbroken and overwhelmed by the betrayal, Fanny leaves King, marking a significant turning point in his life. This emotional incident sets him on a difficult road filled with regret and reflection.
Full summary
The whole story of The Conman, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know The Conman?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who discovers King and his mistress overnight at her place?
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The Conman FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Conman, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Conman?
The Conman runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
When was The Conman released?
The Conman was released on December 18, 1998.
Who is in the cast of The Conman?
The Conman stars Andy Lau as King, Bonnie Law Ming-Chu as King's Lover and Angie Cheung as Fanny, among 34 credited actors.
Does The Conman have a post-credit scene?
No. The Conman has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Conman in?
The original language of The Conman is Cantonese.
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