The System (1979): Cast
The System is a 1979 crime film directed by Peter Yung Wai-Chuen, starring Sek Kin as Inspector Chan, Pai Ying and Lisa Chiao Chiao. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 23m (83 min)
- Director
- Peter Yung Wai-Chuen
- Genre
- Crime
- Original language
- Cantonese
- Studio
- Bang! Bang! Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The System About?
The premise of The System without spoilers.
Inspector Chan is determined to dismantle a drug syndicate. He gathers evidence against family man and drug‑addict dealer Tam and persuades him to act as an informant. Although Tam repeatedly betrays Chan, the inspector continues to work with him, even as his skeptical superiors apply intense pressure.
The System Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- criminal
- police
The System Cast & Characters
Sek Kin leads the cast as Inspector Chan, with Pai Ying as Tam and Lisa Chiao Chiao as Casino boss. Directed by Peter Yung Wai-Chuen; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Director Peter Yung Wai-Chuen
- Sek Kin as Inspector Chan
- Pai Ying as Tam
- Lisa Chiao Chiao as Casino boss
- Chung Chi-Keung as Detective
Also Starring in The System
· 1 moreMore from Peter Yung Wai-Chuen
One more film directed by Peter Yung Wai-Chuen: Life After Life.
The System Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Xing gui” and “行规”.
- Also known as
-
- Xing gui
- 行规
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The System FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The System, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The System?
The System runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).
When was The System released?
The System was released on December 12, 1979.
Who directed The System?
The System was directed by Peter Yung Wai-Chuen.
More films by Peter Yung Wai-Chuen Who is in the cast of The System?
The System stars Sek Kin as Inspector Chan, Pai Ying as Tam and Lisa Chiao Chiao as Casino boss, among 5 credited actors.
Does The System have a post-credit scene?
No. The System has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The System in?
The original language of The System is Cantonese.
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