Breaking News
2004, Cantonese. Directed by Johnnie To.
This is a great show!
After a disastrous failure to stop a robber gang, the police attempt to redeem themselves through a series of publicity stunts and shootouts.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 180 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Breaking News
Breaking News is streaming on Hi-YAH in India.
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Cast & crew
- Johnnie ToDirector
- Kelly Chen Hui-linInsp. Rebecca Fong
- Richie JenChan Yat Yuen
- Nick Cheung Ka-faiInsp. Cheung Chi Hang
- Lam SuetYip
- Simon YamAsst. Cmdr. C. K. Wong
- You YongzhiCheung Chun
- Benz Hui Siu-hungHoi
- Maggie Shiu Mei-keiGrace Chow Wai Yee
- Cheung Siu-faiSupt. Eric Yeung
- Ding HaifengCheung Lung
- Li HaitaoChung
- Wong Chi-WaiWang
Details
- Released
- 10 June 2004
- Original title
- 大事件
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Yip Tin-Shing, Chan Hing-kai
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Breaking News: quick answers
Is Breaking News worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 180 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Breaking News?
Breaking News runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Breaking News have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Breaking News. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Breaking News parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Breaking News yet.
Which OTT platform is Breaking News on?
Breaking News is streaming on Hi-YAH in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Breaking News?
If you liked Breaking News, try Oscar Shaw, Double Tap, Exiled.
Who directed Breaking News?
Breaking News (2004) was directed by Johnnie To and stars Kelly Chen Hui-lin, Richie Jen, Nick Cheung Ka-fai.