Infernal Affairs II (2003)
Kernel Score: 80% · 462 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Thriller, Crime
Released: 2003-10-01
Runtime: 119 minutes
Where to watch Infernal Affairs II
- Stream: The Criterion Channel, HBO Max
- Free with ads: Shout! Factory TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In this prequel to the original, a bloody power struggle among the Triads coincides with the 1997 handover of Hong Kong, setting up the events of the first film.
Infernal Affairs II parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Infernal Affairs II is an R-rated crime thriller depicting Triad gang violence and murder.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Gang warfare, murder, and organized crime violence among Triad members.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Shawn Yue as Chan Wing Yan
- Edison Chen as Lau Kin Ming
- Francis Ng Chun-Yu as Ngai Wing Hau
- Eric Tsang Chi-Wai as Hon Sam
- Carina Lau as Mary Hon
- Anthony Wong Chau-Sang as Wong Chi Shing
- Hu Jun as Luk Kai Cheung
- Andrew Lin Hoi as Ngai Wing Chung
- Roy Cheung Yiu-Yeung as Law Kai Yin
- Liu Kai-Chi as Uncle John
Infernal Affairs II FAQ
Is Infernal Affairs II good?
Infernal Affairs II has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 462 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Infernal Affairs II?
In the US you can stream Infernal Affairs II on The Criterion Channel and HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Shout! Factory TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Infernal Affairs II OK for kids?
Infernal Affairs II is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Infernal Affairs II is an R-rated crime thriller depicting Triad gang violence and murder.
What movies are like Infernal Affairs II?
If you liked Infernal Affairs II, try Election 2, Infernal Affairs, The Gangster, the Cop, the Devil and Infernal Affairs III.