Lord of Shanghai

A sweeping, brooding crime saga of ambition and betrayal, rich in period detail and moral compromise.

Created by

Wong Wai-Sum

Genres

Crime

Starring

Anthony Wong Chau-sang, Wayne Lai Yiu-cheung, Kent Tong Chun-yip

Overview

In a time when Shanghai was controlled by the merciless warlords, sworn brothers Kiu Ngo-Tin and Kung Siu-San have to rely on each other. Together, the ruthless Siu-San and the cunning Ngo-Tin create a world of their own, but in order to stay on top, Ngo-Tin has no choice but to leave his past behind completely, including his confidant and true love Ku Siu-Lau, a Peking opera apprentice. When Ngo-Tin catches the attention of a local casino boss, he is introduced to Kam Tong, Shanghai's most powerful tycoon. Along with Siu-San, Ngo-Tin and Kam Tong become legendary figures in Shanghai. But success is short-lived as a single city cannot accomodate three leaders; Siu-San and Kam Tong enter a battle for power, creating havoc in Shanghai.

How it feels

Dark, tense, melancholic and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, ambition, betrayal, crime

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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