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Back to the Past

2025-12-31 · 107 min · ★ 6.0

Science Fiction · Action · Comedy

In the Qin Dynasty, time-traveller Hong Siu-lung has lived in seclusion with his family for twenty years. Yet every step he takes remains under the watchful eye of his former disciple, now the Qin Emperor. On the brink of ultimate power after conquering the six warring states, the emperor is suddenly ambushed by a mysterious team wielding advanced weapons clearly originating from Hong’s time. Drawn together by fate again, Hong and Qin Emperor are forced to confront the long-buried conflict between them, because the future now depends on how they settle their past.

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Directors
Ng Yuen-Fai, Jack Lai Jan-Lung
Production companies
One Cool Films, Huace Media, China Star Movie Limited, Big Honor Entertainment
Countries
Hong Kong, China
Status
Released
Budget
USD 45,000,000
Revenue
USD 38,946,463

Top Cast

Louis KooLouis KooHong Siu-lung
Raymond Lam FungRaymond Lam FungChiu Poon / Majesty
Bai BaiheBai BaiheGalie
Jessica Hsuan HuenJessica Hsuan HuenWu Ting-fong
Sonija Kwok Sin-NaeSonija Kwok Sin-NaeKam Ching
Joyce Tang Lai-mingJoyce Tang Lai-mingSin-yau
Michael Miu Kiu-waiMichael Miu Kiu-waiKen
Louis CheungLouis CheungStone
Kevin Chu Kam-yinKevin Chu Kam-yinBowie
Wu YueWu YueMax
Timmy Hung Tin-mingTimmy Hung Tin-mingPhill
Chris CollinsChris CollinsTim
Liu Kai-chiLiu Kai-chiDr. Wu
John Tang Yat-kwanJohn Tang Yat-kwanMr. Lee
Michelle SaramMichelle SaramMaggie
Jimmy Au Shui-waiJimmy Au Shui-waiSteward To
Wong Man-biuWong Man-biuTang Yik
Power Chan Kwok-pongPower Chan Kwok-pongChancellor Li
Calvin Choi Yat-ChiCalvin Choi Yat-ChiMan Leung
Fish Liew Chi-yuFish Liew Chi-yuMan Song

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