Misfire
Originally released in 1984. Misfire is a thriller/action film. directed by Kuei Chih-Hung.
Starring Alex Man Chi-Leung, Shirley Lu Hsiu Ling, and Ku Feng
Synopsis
Inspector E.T. (Alex Man) investigates a murder case reported by singer Chu Szu Ting (Shirley Lui). The suspect, plastic factory owner Lu (Michael Tong) testifies and is acquitted. An important clue is later found and killer Lu comes to attack Szu Ting only to be stopped and killed by E.T. and his men. E.T., who has been estranged from his wife, tries different tricks to woo Szu Ting and eventually wins her heart. Her long lost father Chu Hung (Ku Feng), newly discharged from prison, intends to retrieve a hidden loot and tells her of his intention to join her. Szu Ting tells E.T. to probe his background when E.T. is injured and hospitalized. She takes her father to their former residence as ordered, but something there makes her suspicious of his identity. She spots him holding an axe and shouts for help when he is killed by someone sent by E.T. to secretly protect her.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Shaw Brothers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Misfire about?
Inspector E.T. (Alex Man) investigates a murder case reported by singer Chu Szu Ting (Shirley Lui). The suspect, plastic factory owner Lu (Michael Tong) testifies and is acquitted. An important clu...
Who directed Misfire?
Misfire was directed by Kuei Chih-Hung.
How long is Misfire?
Misfire has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Misfire released?
Misfire was released on October 24, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Misfire?
The main cast of Misfire includes Alex Man Chi-Leung, Shirley Lu Hsiu Ling, Ku Feng, Michael Tong Chun-Chung, Phillip Ko Fai.