The Prosecutor – Chinese Action-Thriller | June 13, 2025
Uncover the dark underbelly of justice in The Prosecutor, a taut Chinese action-thriller premiering on Lionsgate Play on June 13, 2025. Directed by martial-arts legend Donnie Yen, this gripping drama is inspired by the real-life 2016 Hong Kong drug-trafficking case and follows a crusading former prosecutor as he battles systemic corruption to save an innocent man.
Plot Overview
When a young courier is arrested in a high-profile drug seizure, Fok Chi-ho (Donnie Yen)—once a decorated police detective turned public prosecutor—uncovers disturbing gaps in the evidence. Teaming up with Inspector Lee King-wai (MC Cheung Tin-fu), Fok peels back layers of deceit that point to a powerful drug lord, Au Pak-man (Julian Cheung), who operates under the guise of a respected barrister. As Fok navigates the treacherous corridors of power, he clashes with Chief Prosecutor Yeung Dit-lap (Francis Ng) and faces the steely judgment of High Court Judge George Hui (Michael Hui). With his own career—and life—on the line, Fok must outwit the system he once served to deliver true justice.
Key Details
- Genre: Action, Thriller
- Release Platform: Lionsgate Play (streaming)
- Premiere Date: June 13, 2025
- Inspired By: 2016 Hong Kong drug-trafficking case
- Language: Cantonese (with subtitles)
Cast
- Donnie Yen as Fok Chi-ho – The principled ex-detective turned prosecutor.
- Julian Cheung as Au Pak-man – The charismatic drug lord and barrister.
- Michael Hui as George Hui – The uncompromising high court judge.
- Francis Ng as Yeung Dit-lap – The Department of Justice’s chief prosecutor.
- MC Cheung Tin-fu as Lee King-wai – The dogged police inspector and Fok’s former subordinate.
- Kent Cheng as Bao Ding – The veteran pupil master of the Department of Justice.
Crew
- Director: Donnie Yen
- Writer: Edmond Wong
- Producers: Donnie Yen, Raymond Wong
- Distributor: Lionsgate Play
Why You Can’t Miss The Prosecutor
- Donnie Yen’s Mastery
Witness Yen’s seamless blend of visceral action and nuanced drama, both behind and in front of the camera. - Gripping True-Life Basis
Inspired by a landmark 2016 case, the story delves into real-world legal and moral dilemmas. - Stellar Ensemble
With powerhouse performances from Julian Cheung, Francis Ng, and Michael Hui, the film delivers both tension and depth. - Unflinching Look at Corruption
From courtroom battles to high-stakes investigations, the narrative exposes how justice can be manipulated—and reclaimed.
Stream The Prosecutor on Lionsgate Play
Mark your calendars for June 13, 2025, and prepare for a compelling fight for truth and justice—available exclusively on Lionsgate Play.
