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He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

★ 7.1(19)19931h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Chan Ho-Sun, Lee Chi-Ngai
Release date: 1993-12-11
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: United Filmmakers Organisation (UFO)

About He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father is a 1993 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Peter Chan Ho-Sun and Lee Chi-Ngai, starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Tony Leung Ka-fai and Carina Lau. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 19 viewers. Below you can see where to watch He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Yuen scorns his father, who he thinks is too generous and forgiving. Through a flashback/time travel gimmick, Yuen meets his parents during their joyous courtship. Yuen comes to understand and admire his dad, and reflect on his own moral defects.

Cast

Tony Leung Chiu-wai

Chor Yuen

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Tommy Chor Feng

Carina Lau

Laura Watts

Anita Yuen Wing-Yee

Yee / Lynn

Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui

Chuen / Adult Lone

Helen Young

Yin

Anita Lee Yuen-Wah

Sister Kan

Chor Yuen

Lord Watsons

Pang Mei-Seung

Laura's Mother

Valerie Chow

Dr. Jenny Chung

Michael Chow Man-Kin

Mr. Cheung

Waise Lee Chi-Hung

Lee Kar Shing

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father in United Arab Emirates?+

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Is He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father on Netflix?+

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father?+

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father?+

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father stars Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Carina Lau, Anita Yuen Wing-Yee and Lawrence Cheng Tan-Shui.

When did He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father come out?+

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father is a 1993 movie directed by Peter Chan Ho-Sun and Lee Chi-Ngai.

What genre is He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father?+

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father?+

He Ain't Heavy, He's My Father was directed by Peter Chan Ho-Sun and Lee Chi-Ngai.