Operation Undercover (2006 Film)

Operation Undercover, also known by its literal title Crouching Tiger (Chinese: è70虎), is a 2006 Hong Kong crime action film directed by Marco Mak.

Production and Release

The film was written by Jing Wong and Tut-hei Tang, with production managed by Ivy Kong, Angela Wong, and Jing Wong. Cinematography was handled by Yiu-Fai Lai. It features a runtime of 102 minutes and was released in languages including Cantonese and English. The film premiered in China on October 13, 2006, followed by a release in Hong Kong on October 26, 2006.

Plot

The story follows the Hong Kong police department as they deploy numerous undercover officers to infiltrate various criminal gangs across Hong Kong, forcing gang leaders to navigate internal factional conflicts.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast including:

• Eric Tsang as Jim Lai Gai-Cheung
• Francis Ng as Wah Chiu / Walter
• Jordan Chan as Yau Chi-Biao / Fei
• Sonija Kwok as Elaine
• Kiu Wai Miu as Superintendent Wai
• Julian Cheung as Tommy
• Yuan Nie as Superintendent Mok
• Shawn Yue as Killer