PTU
“Into the Perilous Night...”
Follows a police tactical unit during one dangerous night on the streets of Hong Kong as they try to recover a cop's stolen gun. Things turn deadly when they run into a web of gangland crimes.
Where to watch PTU in United States
Hi-YAHClick a service to open PTU there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is PTU streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Hi-YAH | — |
| South Korea | wavve, Watcha | wavve |
About PTU
PTU is a 2003 cn-language crime and thriller film directed by Johnnie To. The cast is led by Simon Yam, Maggie Shiu Mei-Kei, Lam Suet. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hi-YAH.
PTU was produced by Milkyway Image and made in Hong Kong. It was released on April 17, 2003.
- Director
- Johnnie To
- Writers
- Yau Nai-Hoi, Au Kin-Yee
- Release date
- April 17, 2003
- Original language
- cn
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Production
- Milkyway Image
PTU cast & crew
PTU was directed by Johnnie To and written by Yau Nai-Hoi and Au Kin-Yee.
The cast features Simon Yam as Sgt. Mike Ho, Maggie Shiu Mei-Kei as Sgt. Kat, Lam Suet as Sgt. Lo Sa, Ruby Wong Cheuk-Ling as Insp. Leigh Cheng, Eddy Ko Hung as Eye Ball, and Lo Hoi-Pang as Bald Head.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Chung Chi-Wing, cinematography is by Cheng Siu-Keung, and it was produced by Johnnie To.
Is PTU worth watching?
PTU holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 177 ratings, a solidly received crime films.
At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime and thriller, PTU is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch PTU
In United States, you can stream PTU on Hi-YAH. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of PTU
Simon Yam
Sgt. Mike Ho
Maggie Shiu Mei-Kei
Sgt. Kat
Lam Suet
Sgt. Lo Sa
Ruby Wong Cheuk-Ling
Insp. Leigh Cheng
Eddy Ko Hung
Eye Ball
Lo Hoi-Pang
Bald Head
Wong Tin-Lam
Uncle Cheung
Jimmy Wong
Bill
Raymond Ho-Yin Wong
Mike's Team Member
Jerome Fung
Mike's Team Member
Roderick Lam Chung-Kei
Mike's Team Member
Frank Liu Zong-Ji
Matt
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PTU — FAQs
▸Where can I watch PTU in United States?
PTU is streaming on Hi-YAH in United States.
▸Is PTU on Hi-YAH?
Yes — PTU is currently available on Hi-YAH in United States.
▸What language is PTU in?
PTU is originally in cn, with audio tracks including English, Cantonese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is PTU?
PTU runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).
▸What is PTU rated?
It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 177 ratings.
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