License to Steal 1990
In *License to Steal (1990)*, directed by Billy Chan Wui-Ngai, audiences are thrust into the high-octane world of an acrobatic thief played with fiery determination by Joyce Godenzi.
Director: Billy Chan Wui-Ngai
Cast
Joyce Godenzi
Hung
Yuen Biao
Swordsman
Agnes Aurelio
Ngan
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon
Inspector Ta Hsiang Ken
Collin Chou
Yang Chuan Kuang
Alvina Kong Yan-Yin
Hsiao Yen
Billy Chow Bei-Lei
Billy
Corey Yuen
Policeman
Peter Chan Lung
Policeman
Sammo Hung Kam-Bo
French Security Guard
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *License to Steal (1990)* about?
*License to Steal* follows Joyce Godenzi as an agile thief who pulls off a daring burglary, only to be betrayed by her partner and sent to prison. Upon her release, she learns her former partner has built a criminal empire—and it's time to even the score. With her freedom and fortune at stake, she teams up with a new ally to reclaim what's rightfully hers.
Who directed *License to Steal*?
The film was directed by Billy Chan Wui-Ngai, a filmmaker known for blending action and comedy in Hong Kong cinema.
Who stars in *License to Steal*?
The cast includes Joyce Godenzi as the lead thief, Yuen Biao as her new partner, Agnes Aurelio as the betrayer, Richard Ng Yiu-Hon, Collin Chou, and Alvina Kong Yan-Yin.
Is *License to Steal (1990)* worth watching?
With its fun mix of acrobatic action, sharp comedy, and a revenge-driven plot, *License to Steal* is a solid pick for fans of 90s Hong Kong action-comedies. While it may not be a classic, its energetic pacing and engaging lead make it a breezy watch for genre enthusiasts.
How long is *License to Steal*?
*License to Steal* runs for 90 minutes.
About License to Steal (1990) — A High-Speed Heist Comedy with Revenge on the Menu
In *License to Steal (1990)*, directed by Billy Chan Wui-Ngai, audiences are thrust into the high-octane world of an acrobatic thief played with fiery determination by Joyce Godenzi. After a meticulously planned heist goes horribly wrong, Godenzi's character finds herself betrayed by her partner—Agnes Aurelio's ruthless antagonist—and framed for the crime. Left to rot behind bars, she emerges with a single burning goal: revenge. Teaming up with a new ally, she's determined to outwit the criminal empire that once left her in chains and reclaim the fortune stolen from her.
This action-comedy delivers plenty of punchy fight scenes, slick acrobatics, and a healthy dose of tongue-in-cheek humor, all set against the neon-drenched backdrop of a city where loyalty is a currency and double-crosses come with a price. With sharp choreography and a lead performance full of grit and charm, *License to Steal* isn't just about reclaiming treasure—it's about reclaiming justice.
