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Mad Detective

神探

2007 · 1h 31m · Released

Action, Crime, Thriller

Bun, a schizophrenic, former police inspector comes out of retirement to help a rookie detective solve a complex murder case involving a missing colleague and a suspected policeman suffering from a multiple personality disorder.

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Where to stream Mad Detective

Streaming now in the United States on Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, IFC Films Unlimited Apple TV channel, and Kanopy.

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Top cast and crew

Johnnie To Director
Wai Ka-fai Director
Lau Ching-wan Inspector Chan Kwai Bun
Andy On Chi-kit Inspector Ho Ka-on
Gordon Lam Ka-tung Ko Chi Wai
Kelly Lin Hsi-lei May Cheung
Karen Lee Choi-Ling Gigi
Joseph Lee Kwok-Lun Wong Kwok Chu
Cheung Siu-fai Violent Man - Ko's Inner Personality
Lam Suet Fatso - Ko's Inner Personality
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Frequently asked questions about Mad Detective

Where can I watch Mad Detective in the United States?

Mad Detective is available to stream on Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, IFC Films Unlimited Apple TV channel, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Mad Detective for free?

Mad Detective streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Mad Detective?

Mad Detective scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Mad Detective?

Mad Detective stars Lau Ching-wan, Andy On Chi-kit, Gordon Lam Ka-tung, Kelly Lin Hsi-lei, and Karen Lee Choi-Ling. Johnnie To is the director and Wai Ka-fai is the director.

How long is Mad Detective?

Mad Detective runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).

When did Mad Detective come out?

Mad Detective was released on November 29, 2007.

Which studio made Mad Detective?

Mad Detective was produced by Milkyway Image, One Hundred Years of Film Company, and China Star Entertainment in Hong Kong and France.

What language is Mad Detective in?

Mad Detective is in Chinese, and its original title is 神探.

Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked November 2026.

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