

The Bodyguard from Beijing
1994-07-28 · 92 min · ★ 6.8
A corrupt businessman commits a murder and the only witness is the girlfriend of another businessman with close connections to the Chinese government, so a bodyguard from Beijing is dispatched to help two Hong Kong cops protect the witness.
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Production details
- Directors
- Corey Yuen
- Production companies
- Eastern Productions, Orange Sky Golden Harvest
- Countries
- Hong Kong
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Jet LiJohn Cheng
Christy Chung Lai-TaiMichelle Yeung
Kent Cheng Jak-siCharlie Leung
Collin ChouKiller Wong
Joey Leung Wing-chungKeung
Ng Wai-KwokJames Shong Sai Cheung
William Chu Wai-LimBilly Yeung
Wong Kam-kongChiu Kwok Man
Corey YuenShopper in Mall
Huang KaisenWong's Brother
Jimmy Wong Wah-woCoroner
Fong YueHouse Maid
Leung Kai-Chi
Benny Lai Keung-kuen
Chan Sek
Wong Chi-KeungMan in Shopping Center (uncredited)
Lee Tat-Chiu
Gary Mak Wing-lun
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