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The Constable (2013): Cast, Box Office & Plot

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The Constable is a 2013 action drama directed by Dennis Law, starring Simon Yam as Lam Kwok Kuen, Sam Lee and Ken Lo Wai-Kwong. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $64,754 worldwide.

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The Constable (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Dennis Law
Genres
Action , Drama
Original language
Cantonese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Constable About?

The premise of The Constable without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A police officer, nearing retirement and raising his mentally challenged son, finds his job primarily involves managing the department's fleet. Despite this seemingly minor role, he remains an active and heroic figure on the front lines, consistently risking his life to uphold the law. His dedication and bravery surpass even seasoned professionals, as he relentlessly pursues justice, regardless of the cost.

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Cast & crew

The Constable Cast & Characters

Simon Yam leads the cast as Lam Kwok Kuen, with Sam Lee as Chow Kong Hon and Ken Lo Wai-Kwong as Dah Kin. Directed by Dennis Law; 16 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Dennis Law

More films directed by Dennis Law: A Murder Erased, Vampire Warriors, Womb Ghosts and Bad Blood.

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Plot

The Constable Plot Summary

What happens in The Constable from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Lam Kwok-kuen is a veteran police officer who has spent many years in the force, earning respect for his steady dedication and a string of admirable achievements. He now devotes himself to caring for his intellectually disabled son, Chung, at home, balancing duty with a quiet, personal responsibility that shapes every decision he makes.

Full summary

The whole story of The Constable, scene by scene

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Box office

The Constable Box Office

The Constable grossed $64,754 worldwide.

2013 box office

Worldwide gross

$64.8K

International
$64.8K
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Constable?

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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What is the name of the veteran police officer at the center of the story?

Details

The Constable Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “警長” and “Констебль”.

Also known as
  • 警長
  • Констебль
  • 冲锋战警
  • 컨스테이블
  • Xung Phong Chiến Cảnh

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FAQ

The Constable FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of The Constable, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Constable?

The Constable runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was The Constable released?

The Constable was released on November 28, 2013.

Who directed The Constable?

The Constable was directed by Dennis Law.

More films by Dennis Law

Who is in the cast of The Constable?

The Constable stars Simon Yam as Lam Kwok Kuen, Sam Lee as Chow Kong Hon and Ken Lo Wai-Kwong as Dah Kin, among 16 credited actors.

How much did The Constable make at the box office?

The Constable grossed $64,754 worldwide.

Does The Constable have a post-credit scene?

No. The Constable has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Constable in?

The original language of The Constable is Cantonese.

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