Running on Karma
2003, Cantonese. Directed by Johnnie To & Wai Ka-fai.
He is a monk. He knows kung fu. And, he can see the future.
A monk turned body-builder, with the gift to see into people's lives, befriends a female cop, and uses his gift to change the force of Karma and her destiny.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Running on Karma
Running on Karma is streaming on Tencent Video in India.
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Tencent VideoAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Johnnie ToDirector
- Wai Ka-faiDirector
- Andy Lau Tak-wahBiggie
- Cecilia CheungLee Fung-yee
- Cheung Siu-faiCaptain Chung
- Karen Tong Bo-YueWoman Whose Left Arm Shot Off
- Chun WongLee's Superior Officer
- Jimmy Wong Wah-woLee's Colleague
- Hon Kwok-choiSlippery Thief
- Yuen BunChef
- Yu WenzhongMaster Wu
- Hou Lian-ShengMaster Wen
- He ShengweiSun Guo
- Wong Chi-WaiThe Hammer
Details
- Released
- 27 September 2003
- Original title
- 大隻佬
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Wai Ka-fai, Yau Nai-hoi, Au Kin-yee
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Running on Karma: quick answers
Is Running on Karma worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Running on Karma?
Running on Karma runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Running on Karma have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Running on Karma. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Running on Karma parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Running on Karma is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Running on Karma on?
Running on Karma is streaming on Tencent Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Running on Karma?
If you liked Running on Karma, try The Organization, Heist, Takers.
Who directed Running on Karma?
Running on Karma (2003) was directed by Johnnie To and Wai Ka-fai and stars Andy Lau Tak-wah, Cecilia Cheung, Cheung Siu-fai.