All's Well, Ends Well (1992)
Three brothers living with their father fib and play pranks to win parental approval for themselves and their romances.
What people think about All's Well, Ends Well
All’s Well, Ends Well (1992) is the kind of Hong Kong comedy that feels like a holiday feast—big, boisterous, and designed to send laughter ricocheting around the room. It’s a classic New Year crowd-pleaser powered by a talented ensemble that commits fully to the chaos, turning family squabbles, romantic mischief, and prank-filled one-upmanship into pure entertainment. The vibe is bright and playful, with clever spoofing and broad comic timing that keeps the momentum zipping along even when it gets unapologetically silly. If you’re craving subtle, low-key romance this may be too loud for your taste, but if you want a funny, feel-good romp that earns its reputation, it’s an easy yes.
All’s Well, Ends Well (1992) is aiming for broad, chaotic family comedy with a romantic through-line, built around three brothers’ schemes to win approval and love. When it works, it’s energetic and pleasantly silly, with a playful, old-school Hong Kong vibe that doesn’t take itself seriously. The catch is that the humor can veer into outright nonsensical territory, and the pacing isn’t always as snappy as the premise promises, so some scenes feel like they’re stalling between gags. If you like polished, tightly structured rom-coms, this may feel rough around the edges; if you’re happy to ride a messy, prank-heavy comedy for the occasional big laugh, it’s more likely to land.
Cast
Stephen ChowShang Foon
Leslie CheungShang So
Raymond WongShang Moon
Sandra Ng Kwan-YuChing
Maggie CheungHo Yok 'Holiyok'
Teresa Mo Shun-KwanLeung Mo Shang
Sheila Chan Suk-LanSheila
Lee Heung-KamMama Shang
Kwan Hoi-SanPapa Shang
Tommy WongKwong- CCheri Ho Pui-YeeDolleen
Chow Chi-FaiDoctor
Loletta Lee Lai-ChunShang Foon's Girlfriend
Clifton Ko Chi-SumSings Karaoke with Ching
San Tak-KanHeadmaster
Poon An-YingHotel Maid
Vincent Kok Tak-ChiuKwong's Japanese Client- LLee Wai-Cheung
Crew
- Director
- Clifton Ko Chi-Sum
- Writers
- Roman Cheung Shiu-LunTessa Choy Ting-TingVincent Kok Tak-ChiuMan Chang-YatLee Lik-ChiWoo Nga-Si
- Producers
- Raymond WongClifton Ko Chi-Sum
- Music
- Violet Lam
- Cinematography
- Lee Kin-Keung
- Editing
- Kam Ma
Details
- Released
- January 25, 1992
- Language
- Cantonese
- Studio
- Ko Chi Sum Films Company Limited, Regal Films Company Ltd., Mandarin Films
- IMDb
- tt0104553
