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1989 . 1h 34m . 4.0/10

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Peter Ho is a low-level employee at a prestigious firm in Central, but he hides a secret from his stodgy bosses. Peter's family is exceptionally poor, and his father is actually an infamous street performer who sings off-color songs for donations on the street. Peter manages to progress in his job, and even begins to date his boss' daughter. But when the truth of his background is discovered, Peter is summarily fired. Bitter and angry, Peter joins the triads along with his pal, and finds new romance with the luminous Maggie Cheung. When given the chance, Peter even uses his new underworld position to threaten his previous boss! But Peter sinks too far into the triad underworld, and soon not even his family can be spared from violence. A harrowing drama that progresses from social critique to triad indictment, My Dear Son runs the full gamut of emotions to deliver a tough and truthful message about the choices we make in life.

Starring Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Maggie Cheung, Bill Tung Biu
4.0/10
Rating
1h 34m
Runtime
1989
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Peter Ho is a low-level employee at a prestigious firm in Central, but he hides a secret from his stodgy bosses. Peter's family is exceptionally poor, and his father is actually an infamous street performer who sings off-color songs for donations on the street. Peter manages to progress in his job, and even begins to date his boss' daughter. But when the truth of his background is discovered, Peter is summarily fired. Bitter and angry, Peter joins the triads along with his pal, and finds new romance with the luminous Maggie Cheung. When given the chance, Peter even uses his new underworld position to threaten his previous boss! But Peter sinks too far into the triad underworld, and soon not even his family can be spared from violence. A harrowing drama that progresses from social critique to triad indictment, My Dear Son runs the full gamut of emotions to deliver a tough and truthful message about the choices we make in life.

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Cast
Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau stars as Ho Tin-Cheung/Peter in My Dear Son.
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Year context
My Dear Son was released 37 years ago in 1989.
Overview
Peter Ho is a low-level employee at a prestigious firm in Central, but he hides a secret from his stodgy bosses. Peter's family is exceptionally poor, and hi...

CAST (13)

Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau
Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau
Ho Tin-Cheung/Peter
Maggie Cheung
Maggie Cheung
Chow Fung
Bill Tung Biu
Bill Tung Biu
Ho Ka-Chai
Kathy Chow Hoi-Mei
Kathy Chow Hoi-Mei
Petty
Sean Lau Ching-Wan
Sean Lau Ching-Wan
Maddy
Paul Chun Pui
Paul Chun Pui
Chun Shing
Wong Wan-Choi
Wong Wan-Choi
Ricky Wong Chun-Tong
Ricky Wong Chun-Tong
Dion Lam
Dion Lam
Gang member
Kelvin Wong Siu
Kelvin Wong Siu
Pong Keung-Fai
Pong Keung-Fai
Paco Yick Tin-Hung
Paco Yick Tin-Hung
Jackson Ng Yuk-Sue
Jackson Ng Yuk-Sue

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
94 min (1h 34m)
Country
Rating
4.0/10 (1 votes)

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What is My Dear Son about?
Peter Ho is a low-level employee at a prestigious firm in Central, but he hides a secret from his stodgy bosses. Peter's family is exceptionally poor, and his father is actually an infamous street performer who sings off-color songs for donations on the street. Peter manages to progress in his job, and even begins to date his boss' daughter. But when the truth of his background is discovered, Peter is summarily fired. Bitter and angry, Peter joins the triads along with his pal, and finds new romance with the luminous Maggie Cheung. When given the chance, Peter even uses his new underworld position to threaten his previous boss! But Peter sinks too far into the triad underworld, and soon not even his family can be spared from violence. A harrowing drama that progresses from social critique to triad indictment, My Dear Son runs the full gamut of emotions to deliver a tough and truthful message about the choices we make in life.
How long is My Dear Son?
My Dear Son has a runtime of 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Who stars in My Dear Son?
The cast of My Dear Son includes Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Maggie Cheung, Bill Tung Biu, Kathy Chow Hoi-Mei, Sean Lau Ching-Wan.
What is the rating of My Dear Son?
My Dear Son has a rating of 4.0 out of 10 based on 1 votes on TMDB.
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