Return to a Better Tomorrow
1994, Cantonese. Directed by Wong Jing.
In a world of crime Brotherhood is the most important weapon...
An adventure that delves into the dark caverns of the underworld and tells the tale of three chivalrous gangsters who attempt to escape the powerful clutch of their gang leader.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Return to a Better Tomorrow
Return to a Better Tomorrow isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Wong JingDirector
- Lau Ching-wanLobster Tsui
- Ekin Cheng Yee-kinTong Chun
- Chingmy Yau Suk-ChingChili
- Ben Lam Kwok-bunLui Wei
- Collin ChouHolland Boy
- James Wong JimBarrister Wong Tai-Man
- Michael WongDuke Simon
- Paul Chun PuiFred Simon
- Isabel Leung Pooi-WooTing Tong
- Fung Chung-YeeLittle Lobster
- Parkman Wong Pak-ManOfficer But
- Chan Chi-FaiTsui
Details
- Released
- 14 July 1994
- Original title
- 新英雄本色
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Wong Jing
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Return to a Better Tomorrow: quick answers
Is Return to a Better Tomorrow worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Return to a Better Tomorrow?
Return to a Better Tomorrow runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Return to a Better Tomorrow have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Return to a Better Tomorrow. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Return to a Better Tomorrow parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Return to a Better Tomorrow yet.
Which OTT platform is Return to a Better Tomorrow on?
Return to a Better Tomorrow isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Return to a Better Tomorrow?
If you liked Return to a Better Tomorrow, try Time and Tide, The Virtuoso, Iron Angels.
Who directed Return to a Better Tomorrow?
Return to a Better Tomorrow (1994) was directed by Wong Jing and stars Lau Ching-wan, Ekin Cheng Yee-kin, Chingmy Yau Suk-Ching.