The New King of Comedy
2019, Chinese. Directed by Stephen Chow.
A young female actor dreams of becoming famous and building a successful career despite being a stand-in and extra on most sets.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The New King of Comedy
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Details
- Released
- 5 February 2019
- Original title
- 新喜劇之王
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Ivy Kong Yuk-Yee, Stephen Chow
- Budget
- $8M
- Box office
- $107M
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The New King of Comedy: quick answers
Is The New King of Comedy worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The New King of Comedy?
The New King of Comedy runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The New King of Comedy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The New King of Comedy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The New King of Comedy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The New King of Comedy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The New King of Comedy on?
The New King of Comedy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The New King of Comedy?
If you liked The New King of Comedy, try Thunderstruck, Gabriel Iglesias: I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry, The Trouble with Angels.
Who directed The New King of Comedy?
The New King of Comedy (2019) was directed by Stephen Chow and stars E Jingwen, Wang Baoqiang, Zhang Quandan.