The Sleep Curse
2017, Cantonese. Directed by Herman Yau.
In 1990, Neurologist Lam Sik Ka and his former flame suffer from the generational sleep curse that rooted in their both families war engagement during World War Two. Lam tries to save her flame from the grudge.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Herman YauDirector
- Anthony Wong Chau-sangLam Sing / Dr. Lam
- Michelle Wai Si-ngaMan Ching / Man Woon
- Jojo GohMonique
- Ikki FunakiColonel Tanaka
- Bryant Mak Chi-LokDraco
- Gordon Lam Ka-tungChow Fook
- Pancy Chan Pui-szeFong Ching
- Gai Yew LanGranny
- Jayden SowChild Sik Ka
- Eddie ChowMun
- Lukesky Li Yiu-ChuTin
- Yap Chin FongMaster Hau
Details
- Released
- 26 May 2017
- Original title
- 失眠
- Country
- Hong Kong, China
- Written by
- Erica Li Man, Eric Lee
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The Sleep Curse: quick answers
Is The Sleep Curse worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 63 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Sleep Curse?
The Sleep Curse runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Sleep Curse have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Sleep Curse. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Sleep Curse parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Sleep Curse yet.
Which OTT platform is The Sleep Curse on?
The Sleep Curse isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 May 2017. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Sleep Curse?
If you liked The Sleep Curse, try The Dogs, Mirrors, The Believers.
Who directed The Sleep Curse?
The Sleep Curse (2017) was directed by Herman Yau and stars Anthony Wong Chau-sang, Michelle Wai Si-nga, Jojo Goh.