The Drummer
1983, Cantonese. Directed by Yang Chuan.
Tommy Chen (Leslie Cheung) wants to become a professional drummer. Because of his loud practice sessions at home he gets into trouble with the neighbors and his father. His grandpa and friends support his ambitions, but he struggles to stay determined and keep his self-confidence.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
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- Released
- 16 March 1983
- Original title
- 鼓手
- Country
- Hong Kong
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The Drummer runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
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The Drummer isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 March 1983. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Drummer?
If you liked The Drummer, try One Chance, Feel the Beat, Power Ballad.
Who directed The Drummer?
The Drummer (1983) was directed by Yang Chuan and stars Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing, Elaine Chow Sau-Lan, Paul Chung Biu-Law.