Miracles: The Canton Godfather
"Meet the original gangster!"
On the margins of a bustling city, a country lad climbs into influence by acquiring a bundle of lucky roses from an elderly woman. The roses seem to carry more than charm, sparking a change in his fate as he steps into leadership of a street gang. He pairs up with a nightclub singer who works for... Read more
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About Miracles: The Canton Godfather
On the margins of a bustling city, a country lad climbs into influence by acquiring a bundle of lucky roses from an elderly woman. The roses seem to carry more than charm, sparking a change in his fate as he steps into leadership of a street gang. He pairs up with a nightclub singer who works for the gang, and together they decide to use their position to help the same elder who gave him the chance. When the old lady's daughter arrives to visit, the plan to do something right pulls in more danger, humor and heart than anyone expects. The balance between risk and vulnerability shapes the film's rhythm without revealing its surprises for audiences and viewers everywhere.
Released in 1989, the film was directed by Jackie Chan with a story by Edward Tang. It sits in the Hong Kong crime comedy genre and highlights Chan’s action sequences, paired with Anita Mui's presence and a mix of drama.
Box office revenue is reported at 34,036,029 dollars, underscoring solid commercial performance for a late 1980s Hong Kong release. The mix of crime, action and comedy drew crowds seeking energetic stunts and light hearted banter and drew diverse audiences worldwide.
Over the years Miracles has become noted for the unlikely pairing of Jackie Chan and Anita Mui, blending martial arts with song in a way that became a signature of Chan's crossover appeal. The nightclub setting and boulevard humor left a mark on Hong Kong cinema and genre blending history.
Critical reception noted the film as a lively fusion of gangster grit and comedic charm, anchored by Chan's stuntwork and a performative turn by Mui. Audiences appreciated its warmth, while critics highlighted the balance of danger and humor and the hopeful message at its core, in spite of rough edges.
Details
- Release Date
- June 15, 1989
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- User Ratings
- 176 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Crime, Action, Comedy, Drama
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Studio
- Golden Way Films Ltd. +2 more
- Box Office
- $34,036,029
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Jackie Chan
Charlie Chen-Wah
Anita Mui
Yang Luming
Gua Ah-leh
Lady Rose / Ms. Kao
Richard Ng Yiu-Hon
Chief Inspector Ho
Ko Chun-Hsiung
Tiger Lo
Sunny Fang Kang
Boss Pai
Bill Tung Biu
Conman Tung
Tien Feng
Ku Hsin-chuan
Ngai Jan
Mr. Ku's Son
Gloria Yip Wan-Yee
Belle Kao
Director: Jackie Chan
Written by: Edward Tang