Burning Sensation
1989, Cantonese. Directed by Wu Ma.
A firefighter salvages a spiritual shrine from an old burning building, which releases the gentle ghost of a Chinese opera singer, killed in a stage fire 30 years before. Grateful for saving her, the ghost falls for the firefighter and will stop at nothing to ensure his safety from the evils that lurk ahead. At the same time, the firefighter doesn't realize he is dating a ghost.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
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Details
- Released
- 6 May 1989
- Original title
- 火燭鬼
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Yuen Kai-chi, Ng Hon-Keung
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Burning Sensation: quick answers
What should I watch before Burning Sensation?
Watch My Cousin, the Ghost (1987) first.
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How long is Burning Sensation?
Burning Sensation runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Burning Sensation have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Burning Sensation on?
Burning Sensation isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 May 1989. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Burning Sensation?
If you liked Burning Sensation, try Out of the Dark, Gatlopp: Hell of a Game, Hold the Fort.
Who directed Burning Sensation?
Burning Sensation (1989) was directed by Wu Ma and stars Kenny Bee, Carol Cheng, Wu Ma.