Catch Me Now Hong Kong Television Drama Series
Catch Me Now, known in Cantonese as Yuen Loi Ngoi Seung Chak and in Traditional Chinese as 原來愛上賊, is a 20-episode Hong Kong television drama broadcast by TVB. Directed by Chong Wai Kin, the series aired from April 21 to May 16, 2008, airing Monday through Friday in the 21:30 to 22:30 time slot.
Plot
The series revolves around a conflict between detective Kwong Yeung, played by Joe Ma, and Ko Chi, portrayed by Damian Lau, who operates as a thief. A dispute involving drug money initiates a battle of wits. Kwong Yeung gradually uncovers that Ko Chi uses his restaurant business as a cover for illegal activities, though he initially lacks sufficient evidence to bring formal charges. While monitoring Ko Chi, Kwong's dedication to his work strains his marriage to Hong Mei-Lei, played by Fala Chen. Meanwhile, Hong receives support from her friend Bao Yung-Yung, played by Idy Chan. Ko Chi develops romantic feelings for Bao Yung-Yung and ultimately risks exposing his secret identity to save her.
Cast and Characters
- Damian Lau as Ko Chit
- Idy Chan as Bao Yung-Yung
- Joe Ma as Kong Yeung
- Fala Chen as Hong Mei-Lei
- Johnson Lee as Tam Bun
Viewership Ratings
| Week | Episodes | Average Points | Peaking Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 21 - April 25, 2008 | 1 — 5 | 31 | 34 |
| April 28 - May 2, 2008 | 6 — 10 | 32 | 36 |
| May 5 - May 9, 2008 | 11 — 15 | 32 | 34 |
| May 12 - May 16, 2008 | 16 — 20 | 33 | 38 |