The Fun, the Luck & the Tycoon
The Fun, the Luck & the Tycoon

The Fun, the Luck & the Tycoon

1990Movie90 minCantonese

Lam Bo Sun, the richest man in Hong Kong, is expected to marry the ditziest of socialites in a matter of weeks. On a whim, he leaves everything behind and gets a job as a lowly busboy at a noodle restaurant, and finds the girl of his dreams.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Lam Chi-chungGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A trio of unlikely friends, a police officer, a petty thief, and a street performer, stumble upon a valuable treasure map. They embark on a wild adventure filled with danger, mishaps, and comedic situations as they race against a ruthless crime boss who also wants the treasure. Their journey tests their friendship and their ability to outsmart their adversaries.

Critical Reception

While not a critical darling, "The Fun, the Luck & the Tycoon" was a commercial success in Hong Kong, largely due to the popularity of its lead actors, Stephen Chow and Ng Man-tat. It's remembered as a typical Hong Kong action-comedy of its era, offering lighthearted entertainment and showcasing the comedic chemistry of its stars.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic timing and the chemistry between its leads.
  • Seen as a fun, albeit formulaic, action-comedy typical of its time.
  • Criticized by some for its thin plot and reliance on slapstick.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This film is notable for being one of the earlier collaborations between Stephen Chow and Ng Man-tat, a duo that would become immensely popular in Hong Kong cinema throughout the 1990s and early 2000s.

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