# Where to watch The Story of a Gangster (1989) in the UK

> The Story of a Gangster (1989) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1989  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T10:02:15.646Z)  

## Synopsis

Old man Wan enjoys boasting about his adventurous days as a gangster to anyone who would listen in the teahouse. His son Hue, a strong-willed boy, is in love with Chew Hung, the daugther of Wan's blood brother, Chuen. But things turn sour when Chuen promises her to the son of a powerful politician. To force the lovers to separate, Chuen gives a loan to Wan with a condition attached. The young people decided to elope to Taipei, but soon Chuen and his gang of hoodlum have tracked them down...  —L.H. Wong

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Story of a Gangster in the UK?**

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## Sources

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