Election (2005)
Movie 1h 41m ★ 7.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, keep me on the edge
Released in 2005, Election is a crime, drama and thriller movie. It is directed by Johnnie To. The cast includes Tony Leung Ka-fai, David Chiang Da-Wei and Simon Yam. The running time is 1h 41m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.2 out of 10.
Synopsis
After losing an election to become chairman of the Wo Lin Shing triad, a gang leader lashes out and tries to seize the dragon-head baton, the official symbol of a chairman's authority.
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Cast & crew
- Johnnie ToDirector
- Tony Leung Ka-faias Big D
- David Chiang Da-Weias Chief Superintendent Hui
- Simon Yamas Lok
- Louis Kooas Jimmy
- Nick Cheung Ka-Faias Jet
- Gordon Lam Ka-Tungas Kun
- Lam Suetas Big Head
- Eddie Cheung Siu-Faias Mr. So
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Questions about Election
- What genre is Election?
- Election is categorised as Crime, Drama, Thriller.
- Who stars in Election?
- Tony Leung Ka-fai, David Chiang Da-Wei, Simon Yam, Louis Koo, Nick Cheung Ka-Fai appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Election?
- Johnnie To directed Election.
- How long is Election?
- Election runs for 1h 41m (101 minutes).
- Is Election worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Election?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
