Movie

Story of Nam

★ 6.0(1)19891h 25m

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Good to know

Director: Johnnie To
Release date: 1989-12-31
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: TVB

About Story of Nam

Story of Nam is a 1989 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Johnnie To, starring Lau Ching-Wan, Jimmy Wong Shu-Kei and Debbie Cheung Jing. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Story of Nam in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Nam was originally a Vietnamese soldier, yet because he hated the cruelty of war, he fled to Hong Kong and was placed in a refugee camp. Anan reunites with his long-lost brother in the camp. The two hope to immigrate to France and have a new life. In the refugee camp, the two gangs headed by big bully Kei and Kuen, who often fight openly and secretly for power.

Cast

Lau Ching-Wan

Nam

Jimmy Wong Shu-Kei

Debbie Cheung Jing

Alan Chui Chung-San

Kuen

Lee Siu-Kay

Kei

Yuen Bun

Loi

Lam Chung

Felix Lok Ying-Kwan

Gordon Lam Ka-Tung

Restaurant Worker

Wong Yat-Fei

Shop Owner

Kenny Wong Tak-Ban

Bobby Au-Yeung Tsan-Wah

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Story of Nam in Canada?+

Story of Nam is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Story of Nam on Netflix?+

Story of Nam is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Story of Nam?+

Story of Nam has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Who stars in Story of Nam?+

Story of Nam stars Lau Ching-Wan, Jimmy Wong Shu-Kei, Debbie Cheung Jing, Alan Chui Chung-San and Lee Siu-Kay.

When did Story of Nam come out?+

Story of Nam is a 1989 movie directed by Johnnie To.

What genre is Story of Nam?+

Story of Nam is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed Story of Nam?+

Story of Nam was directed by Johnnie To.