The Occupant
1984, Cantonese. Directed by Ronny Yu.
When a college student returns to her native Hong Kong to do academic work on Chinese superstitions, a goofy, lecherous realtor sets her up with a cheap apartment there, which she soon discovers is haunted by the spirit of a deceased singer.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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The Occupant is streaming on Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Ronny YuDirector
- Raymond Wong Pak-MingHansom Wong
- Sally Yeh Chian-wenAngie
- Chow Yun-FatInsp Valentino Chow
- Lo LiehMr. Chan
- Melvin Wong King-SunRobert [cameo]
- Judy Lee Chu-DikRobert's wife
- Connie Mak Git-ManLisa Law
- Wellington FungImmigration officer
- Kenny Ho Ka-KingBoy at pub
- Yiu Yau-HungBig Teeth Ah Ping
- Mama HungMd Ki
- Peggy Tam Wai-MeiPickpocket [cameo]
Details
- Released
- 30 September 1984
- Original title
- 靈氣迫人
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Edward Li Gui-Ming
- Box office
- $1.5M
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How long is The Occupant?
The Occupant runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
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Which OTT platform is The Occupant on?
The Occupant is streaming on Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Occupant?
If you liked The Occupant, try Hold the Fort, Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat, DeadTectives.
Who directed The Occupant?
The Occupant (1984) was directed by Ronny Yu and stars Raymond Wong Pak-Ming, Sally Yeh Chian-wen, Chow Yun-Fat.