Operation Billionaire 1998
In the gritty underworld of 1998 Hong Kong, *Operation Billionaire* follows Cheung Chi Ho, a ruthless criminal mastermind who builds his empire through kidnappings and high-stakes blackmail.
Director: Andy Ng Yiu-Kuen
Cast
Simon Yam
Cheung Chi Ho
Sherming Yiu Lok-Yee
Wan
Berg Ng Ting-Yip
Yip Sai Foon
Patrick Tam Yiu-Man
Chicken
Oscar Lam Wai-Kin
Keung
Parkman Wong Pak-Man
Uncle Nam
May Law Koon-Lan
Chung On Sum
Olivia Fu Chor-Wai
Bonnie
Raymond Cho Wing-Lim
Officer Wong
Lau Shung-Fung
Monkey
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Operation Billionaire (1998) about?
The film centers on Cheung Chi Ho, a criminal who profits from kidnapping wealthy victims and blackmailing them into silence. When he allies with another gangster, their partnership sparks a violent feud that challenges their brutal tactics and forces them to confront the consequences of their actions.
Who directed Operation Billionaire?
The film was directed by Andy Ng Yiu-Kuen, known for his work in Hong Kong crime dramas of the 1990s.
Who stars in Operation Billionaire?
The cast features Simon Yam as Cheung Chi Ho, along with Sherming Yiu Lok-Yee, Berg Ng Ting-Yip, Patrick Tam Yiu-Man, and Oscar Lam Wai-Kin.
Is Operation Billionaire (1998) worth watching?
While unrated on IMDb, this crime drama offers a gritty, atmospheric dive into Hong Kong's underworld, perfect for fans of 90s crime films. Its tight runtime and strong performances make it a solid, if intense, pick for genre enthusiasts.
How long is Operation Billionaire?
The film runs for 83 minutes.
About Operation Billionaire (1998) — A 1990s Crime Drama of Kidnapping and High Stakes
In the gritty underworld of 1998 Hong Kong, *Operation Billionaire* follows Cheung Chi Ho, a ruthless criminal mastermind who builds his empire through kidnappings and high-stakes blackmail. His operations thrive on fear, forcing victims into silence and keeping the police at bay—until Cheung crosses paths with Yip Sai Foon, a rival kingpin whose ambitions ignite a deadly power struggle. Directed by Andy Ng Yiu-Kuen, this crime drama dives deep into the moral decay of its characters, blending tension with raw intensity as greed and betrayal collide.
The film's atmosphere crackles with desperation, as Cheung's crew navigates a world where trust is a luxury and violence is currency. With stellar performances from Simon Yam and Patrick Tam, *Operation Billionaire* (1998) delivers a pulse-pounding exploration of crime's cost, set against the neon-lit backdrop of late-90s Hong Kong.
