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Expect the Unexpected (1998): movie guide
Expect the Unexpected (1998) is a Action, Crime running about 90 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 6.4/10 from 40 votes. Notable cast includes Lau Ching-wan, Simon Yam, Ruby Wong Cheuk-Ling, Benz Hui Siu-hung. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1998-05-28
- Runtime: 90 min
- TMDB: 6.4/10
- Genres: Action, Crime
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1998-05-28

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What is Expect the Unexpected about?
Bumbling mainland crooks mess up a jewelry heist. Two cops serious Ken and jokey Sam investigate but mix up these amateurs with dangerous mainland robbers in the neighborhood.
Cast highlights
Expect the Unexpected features Lau Ching-wan, Simon Yam, Ruby Wong Cheuk-Ling, Benz Hui Siu-hung, Raymond Wong Ho-yin, Yoyo Mung Ka-wai. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1998-05-28. Runtime: 90 minutes. TMDB score: 6.4/10 (40 votes). Genres: Action, Crime. Original language: cn. Status: Released.
Discover Expect the Unexpected on Cinema Box
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is Expect the Unexpected?
- Expect the Unexpected is listed as Action, Crime on TMDB.
- How long is Expect the Unexpected?
- Expect the Unexpected runs about 90 minutes.
- Who stars in Expect the Unexpected?
- Cast highlights include Lau Ching-wan, Simon Yam, Ruby Wong Cheuk-Ling, Benz Hui Siu-hung, Raymond Wong Ho-yin, Yoyo Mung Ka-wai.
- Does Cinema Box stream Expect the Unexpected?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
- Where can I track Expect the Unexpected?
- Open the Expect the Unexpected page on cinemabox.app or install the official Cinema Box Android app from Google Play for watchlists and discovery tools.








