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The Scalper

19861h 43mMovieDrama

The 'scalper' is a cinema ticket-tout skirting the law and police harassment to make a living for herself and her three children in downtown Taipei.

DirectorChang Pei-Cheng
WritersSung Hsiang-yu·Chang Pei-Cheng

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Cast · Directed by Chang Pei-Cheng

LHLu Hsiao-Fen
Lu Hsiao-Fen
Ku Shun Mei
CJChen Jen-lei
Chen Jen-lei
Chief Chao
YCYang Ching-huang
Yang Ching-huang
Tung Chia Lin
HSHan Su
Han Su
Uncle Chuan
HTHsiao Hou Tao
Hsiao Hou Tao
WYWen Ying
Wen Ying
TM
Tieh Meng-Chiu
Wu Huo Kun
CSCho Sheng-Li
Cho Sheng-Li
Scalper

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The Scalper — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Scalper?

The Scalper isn't streaming anywhere in Philippines yet.

Is The Scalper on Netflix?

No, The Scalper is not on Netflix in Philippines as of October 2026.

Is The Scalper on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Scalper for free?

The Scalper isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Scalper?

The Scalper hasn't started streaming in Philippines yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1986. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.