Top 10 Must-See New Hong Kong Comedy Films

The Thief Meets the Old Lady is a film about a conman and a corrupt village head who form an unlikely and chaotic duo. After a night of heavy drinking and a mischievous game with the newly-arrived beauty, Chân Chân, one of them unexpectedly becomes the father of the child she is carrying.

This comedy features actors such as Josie Ho, Vincent Kok, Chrissie Chow, Chi Chung Lam, Ronald Cheng, Tat Ming Cheung, Shuying Jiang, and Ella Koon, among others.

Director: Vincent Kok.

Duration: 100 minutes

Dad's Vacation tells the story of a group of fathers who, during a holiday break, decide to gather together for a truly unique and exciting vacation experience. Each participant will take on the role of a royal official and be treated like royalty at a luxurious and historic resort.

This film features actors such as Quách Đào, Lâm Chí Dĩnh, Trương Lượng, and others.

Director: Yuelun Wang.

Duration: 99 minutes.

Detective Brothers follows the investigation into the death of colleague Lau Ting (Chow Yun-Fat). Two mismatched police officers, Chan Kin-fei (Raymond Lam) and Sun Yee (Catherine Hung), who initially couldn't stand each other, form a close bond and become brothers. As they carry out their duties, they often find themselves in absurd and comical situations. One memorable action sequence involves a street chase where Chan Kin-fei demonstrates his martial arts skills, attracting significant attention, and there’s a surprising moment when he dramatically collapses on the street.

Detective Brothers features a cast that includes Tăng Chí Vỹ, Kim Cương, Huỳnh Tông Trạch, Trần Tiểu Xuân, Trịnh Lệ Sa, and others.

Director: Peter Chih

Duration: 102 minutes

Destined Love tells the story of a Chinese-American girl who visits Hong Kong for the first time and unexpectedly crosses paths with a fellow expatriate American man. Though their meeting seems to occur at an inopportune time, they enjoy a romantic stroll and conversation in the dazzling cityscape of Hong Kong.
Destined Love stars Jamie Chung, Bryan Greenberg, Richard Ng, and other actors.

Director: Emily Ting.

Duration: 100 minutes.

The Retired Godfather follows the story of Ha Ke-Sang, a successful restaurant owner who was once a notorious figure in the underworld. He used to work alongside his boss, Chac Nam, in the drug trade. During a deal, Chac Nam accidentally kills a police officer and is sentenced to 30 years in prison. While in prison, Chac Nam has a mistress, Hieu Lam, whom he asks Ke-Sang to take care of during his time behind bars. Over the years, Ke-Sang grows close to Hieu Lam, and eventually, they marry. After 30 years, when Chac Nam is released from prison, tensions arise as old relationships are revisited. What will happen when they meet again?

The Retired Godfather stars Trinh Tac Si, Sam Le Huong, Tran Vy, and other actors.

Director: Dam Tuệ Minh

Episodes: 25 episodes

The Girl from Cat Star tells the story of a strange girl who arrives from a distant planet, resembling an extraterrestrial being. Upon landing on Earth, she is completely unaware of human customs and behavior. Through the curious eyes of this alien-like girl, the film humorously critiques human actions and behaviors, often using the behavior and moods of a cat as a lens. The plot follows her through a series of funny and awkward situations, making for a light-hearted and entertaining experience.

The Girl from Cat Star stars Dien Nhu Ni, Ho Ding Han, Quan Le Kiet, Duong Tu Hue, Tran Hao, and others.

Director: Tu Cheng Kang.

Episodes: 32 episodes.

Love at First Sight is a film that explores the increasingly popular topic of sexuality among young people today. The story centers on a social worker, Mak Dai Hung, and a therapist specializing in sex addiction, Lam Tinh Nhi, who meet by chance and soon after decide to get married. They are a newlywed couple who share a passion for helping others and making their careers a source of joy. The film delves into the dynamics of their intimate life and how their relationship unfolds.

Love at First Sight stars Jiang Mei Yi, Huo Shao Hong, Tran Man Chi, and Shen Zhen Xian, along with other actors.

Director: Wen Wei Hong.

Episodes: 20 episodes.

The God of Fortune Inn tells the story of Gung Siu Ga and Lao Ba, two new deputies in the Bai Ma district. While they have some martial arts skills, they never seem to get the chance to shine and instead spend their days doing laundry and cooking for the county. However, everything changes when a major catastrophe strikes the district. In a single night, the wealthy Zhang family is wiped out, and their precious 'Jade Quan Yin' statue is stolen. Determined to solve the mystery, Gung Siu Ga and Lao Ba embark on a journey to the God of Fortune Inn, a mysterious establishment in the desert run by the enchanting Ngoc Ling Lung.

The God of Fortune Inn stars Jay Chou, Cheng Ka Wai, Dong Dai Wei, Yi Huang, Philip Ng, and others.

Director: Jing Wong

Duration: 96 minutes.

The Great Lawyers of the North and South is set during the chaotic days of the Qing Dynasty and revolves around two brilliant lawyers known for their intelligence and their fight for justice. These two lawyers help ordinary people stand against the corruption and oppression of officials. The Great Northern lawyer, Ji Xueli (played by Li Baotian), is the descendant of Ji Xiaolan and becomes famous after successfully winning a case against seven other lawyers. However, this victory comes at a cost—the man who sought his help dies as a result. After this case, Ji Xueli withdraws from public life and refuses to take on any more cases. Meanwhile, the Great Southern lawyer, Shijie Song (played by Jordan Chan), comes from humble origins and is deeply troubled by injustice. He sees himself as a defender of the people, although his weakness for women often complicates his life. Though initially only known in his own area, a complicated case brings both lawyers together, forcing them to use their wits to navigate through a web of conflicts and intrigue.

The Great Lawyers of the North and South stars Chen Xiao Xuan, Li Bao Dian, Zhang Jia Ge, Yuan Tian Chao, and others.

Director: Dang Yan Cheng

Episodes: 35 episodes.

Love Insurance tells the story of the cutthroat world of business and the complex relationships between individuals in both their social and family lives in modern society. The plot follows a young couple who are deeply in love, but one day the woman discovers that her boyfriend has been seeing other women, and that his best friend has been covering for him. Heartbroken, she breaks up with her boyfriend and develops a strong dislike for the man who protected him. However, fate has a way of bringing people back together. The two of them later end up working at the same insurance company, igniting a fierce and unrelenting rivalry between them.

Love Insurance stars Ngo My Hanh, Ma Quoc Minh, Tran Cam Hong, and others.

Director: Lam Chi Hoa.

Episodes: 20 episodes, each 45 minutes long.