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The Sparring Partner

7.120222h 15mMovieCrimeDrama

Adapted from a sensational real-life case in 2013, the intricate story begins when a young man partners with his friend to murder and dismember his parents. Pleading not guilty, the defense attorneys soon turn on each other, as the…

DirectorHo Cheuk-Tin
WritersThomas Leung Wing-ho·Frankie Tam Gong-Yuen
ProducersPhilip Yung Chi-Kwong·Jason Li

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Cast · Directed by Ho Cheuk-Tin

YWYeung Wai-Lun
Yeung Wai-Lun
Henry Cheung
MPMak Pui-Tung
Mak Pui-Tung
Angus Tong
LYLouisa So Yuk-Wah
Louisa So Yuk-Wah
Carrie Yau
JHJan Lam Hoi-Fung
Jan Lam Hoi-Fung
Wilson Ng
MMMichael Chow Man-Kin
Michael Chow Man-Kin
Allen Chu
GWGloria Yip Wan-Yee
Gloria Yip Wan-Yee
Yip Wai Ping
CSChung Suet-Ying
Chung Suet-Ying
Cheng Ka Man
HSHarriet Yeung Sze-Man
Harriet Yeung Sze-Man
Tong Man Shan
CPChu Pak-Him
Chu Pak-Him
Cheung Hin Jo
MHMatt Chow Hoi-Kwong
Matt Chow Hoi-Kwong
Superintendent Kam
RLRachel Leung
Rachel Leung
Ho Man Yee
UYUrsula Wong Yue-Si
Ursula Wong Yue-Si
Liu Mei Fan

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The Sparring Partner — streaming FAQ

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The Sparring Partner is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Kanopy and Plex in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Sparring Partner on Netflix?

No, The Sparring Partner is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Kanopy.

Is The Sparring Partner on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Sparring Partner is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Sparring Partner for free?

The Sparring Partner is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Plex in United States.