As Tears Go By (1988)

Kernel Score: 75% · 361 ratings

Genres: Drama, Crime, Romance

Released: 1988-06-09

Runtime: 98 minutes

Where to watch As Tears Go By

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Mid-level gangster Wah falls in love with his beautiful cousin, but must also continue to protect his volatile partner-in-crime and friend, Fly.

As Tears Go By parents' guide: ages 14+

Parents need to know that As Tears Go By is a Hong Kong crime drama about a mid-level gangster caught between loyalty to a volatile partner and a romance with his cousin.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts gangster and triad-related violence typical of the crime genre.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Wong Kar-Wai

Cast

  • Andy Lau as Wah
  • Maggie Cheung as Ngor
  • Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau as Fly
  • Alex Man Chi-Leung as Tony
  • Wong Aau as Mabel
  • Ronald Wong as Sai
  • Chan Chi-Fai as Billiard Parlor Thug
  • William Chang Suk-Ping as Ngor's Doctor
  • Benz Kong To-Hoi as Fat Carl
  • Wong Kim-Fung as Tony's Thug

As Tears Go By FAQ

Is As Tears Go By good?

As Tears Go By has a 75% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 361 audience ratings.

Where can I watch As Tears Go By?

In the US you can stream As Tears Go By on The Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

Is As Tears Go By OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that As Tears Go By is a Hong Kong crime drama about a mid-level gangster caught between loyalty to a volatile partner and a romance with his cousin.

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