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The Detective

6.420071h 49mMovieDramaThrillerCrime

A private detective is drawn into a complex murder mystery when he is hired to track down a missing young woman.

DirectorOxide Pang Chun
WritersOxide Pang Chun·Pang Pak-Sing
ProducersOxide Pang Chun·Danny Pang Phat

Where to watch

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Oxide Pang Chun

AFAaron Kwok Fu-shing
Aaron Kwok Fu-shing
Chan Tam
LKLiu Kai-Chi
Liu Kai-Chi
Fung Chak
KTKenny Wong Tak-ban
Kenny Wong Tak-ban
Kwong Chi Hung
LSLau Siu-ming
Lau Siu-ming
Uncle Cheung
WYWayne Lai Yiu-cheung
Wayne Lai Yiu-cheung
Sai Wing
SFShing Fui-On
Shing Fui-On
Fei Lung
KSKiki Sheung
Kiki Sheung
So Fong
JKJo Koo
Jo Koo
A Yin
ECElle Choi
Elle Choi
Ming's Wife
NP
Natthasinee Pinyopiyavid
Wisum
CS
Chaiyapong Settagam
Tay tuo ming
NN
Naratid Namkang
Tam's Child

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The Detective — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Detective?

The Detective isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Detective on Netflix?

No, The Detective is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Is The Detective on Amazon Prime Video?

The Detective isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Detective for free?

The Detective isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Is there a sequel to The Detective?

Yes — The Detective is followed by The Detective 2 (2011) in the Detective Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Detective?

The Detective is the first film in the Detective Collection.

Is The Detective part of a trilogy?

Yes — The Detective is part of a trilogy, alongside The Detective 2 (2011) and Conspirators (2013).

How many movies are in the Detective Collection?

There are 3 films in the Detective Collection: The Detective (2007), The Detective 2 (2011) and Conspirators (2013).