Born to Be King
2000, Cantonese. Directed by Andrew Lau Wai-keung.
When the Triads Arrive, Fear Arrives.
Triad member Chicken is designated by Taiwan's San Luen Gang to marry Nanako, the daughter of the fifth generation leader of the Yamada Gang in Japan. Later, the leader of the triad group gets murdered. Actually, all the San Luen Gang members suspect Chicken attacked their leader Liu, in order to make a chance for him to rule the Gang and thus have adopted an extremely hostile attitude towards him.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Born to Be King
Born to Be King is streaming on Hi-YAH in India.
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Cast & crew
- Andrew Lau Wai-keungDirector
- Ekin Cheng Yee-KinChan Ho Nam
- Jordan Chan Siu-chunChicken / Saan Gai
- Shu QiMei Ling
- Gigi Lai ChiTuan Mu Rong Yu
- Sonny ChibaIchiro Kusakari
- Roy Cheung Yiu-yeungAkira Kusakari
- AnyaNanako Kusakari
- Chin Ka-LokBig Head
- Michael Tse Tin-wahMichael
- Jerry Lamb Hiu-FungBau Pei / Foreskin
- Jason Chu Wing-tongJason
- Blackie Ko Sau-LeungWong Dog Dog
Details
- Released
- 21 July 2000
- Original title
- 勝者為王
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Chau Ting, Manfred Wong Man-chun
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In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
Young and Dangerous
1996 · 6.6/10
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Young and Dangerous 2
1996 · 6.4/10
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Young and Dangerous 3
1996 · 6.5/10
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Young and Dangerous 4
1997 · 6.2/10
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Young and Dangerous 5
1998 · 6.4/10
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Born to Be King: quick answers
What should I watch before Born to Be King?
Watch Young and Dangerous 2 (1996), Young and Dangerous 3 (1996), Young and Dangerous 4 (1997), and Young and Dangerous 5 (1998) first, plus 1 earlier title listed on this page.
Is Born to Be King worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Born to Be King?
Born to Be King runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Born to Be King have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Born to Be King. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Born to Be King parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Born to Be King yet.
Which OTT platform is Born to Be King on?
Born to Be King is streaming on Hi-YAH in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Born to Be King?
If you liked Born to Be King, try Exiled, Legendary Assassin, The Mission.
Who directed Born to Be King?
Born to Be King (2000) was directed by Andrew Lau Wai-keung and stars Ekin Cheng Yee-Kin, Jordan Chan Siu-chun, Shu Qi.