Running on Karma
“He is a monk. He knows kung fu. And, he can see the future.”
A monk turned body-builder, with the gift to see into people's lives, befriends a female cop, and uses his gift to change the force of Karma and her destiny.
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About Running on Karma
Running on Karma is a 2003 cn-language action, crime and drama film directed by Johnnie To and Wai Ka-Fai. The cast is led by Andy Lau, Cecilia Cheung, Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings.
Running on Karma was produced by One Hundred Years of Film Company and Milkyway Image and made in Hong Kong. It was released on September 27, 2003, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Johnnie To, Wai Ka-Fai
- Writers
- Wai Ka-Fai, Yau Nai-Hoi, Au Kin-Yee
- Release date
- September 27, 2003
- Original language
- cn
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Production
- One Hundred Years of Film Company, Milkyway Image
Running on Karma cast & crew
Running on Karma was directed by Johnnie To and Wai Ka-Fai and written by Wai Ka-Fai, Yau Nai-Hoi, and Au Kin-Yee.
The cast features Andy Lau as Biggie, Cecilia Cheung as Lee Fung-yee, Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai as Captain Chung, Karen Tong Bo-Yue as Woman Whose Left Arm Shot Off, Chun Wong as Lee's Superior Officer, and Jimmy Wong as Lee's Colleague.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Cacine Wong Ka-Sin, cinematography is by Cheng Siu-Keung, and it was produced by Johnnie To and Wai Ka-Fai.
Is Running on Karma worth watching?
Running on Karma holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 98 ratings, a solidly received action films.
At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, crime, and drama, Running on Karma is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Running on Karma
Andy Lau
Biggie
Cecilia Cheung
Lee Fung-yee
Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai
Captain Chung
Karen Tong Bo-Yue
Woman Whose Left Arm Shot Off
Chun Wong
Lee's Superior Officer
Jimmy Wong
Lee's Colleague
Hon Kwok-Choi
Slippery Thief
Yuen Bun
Chef
Yu Wenzhong
Master Wu
Hou Lian-Sheng
Master Wen
He Shengwei
Sun Guo
Wong Chi-Wai
The Hammer
Running on Karma — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Running on Karma in United States?
Running on Karma is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Running on Karma in?
Running on Karma is originally in cn, with audio tracks including Cantonese, Hindi, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Running on Karma?
Running on Karma runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).
▸What is Running on Karma rated?
Running on Karma is rated NR. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 98 ratings.
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