For the average Netflix subscriber, this might seem like a deep cut. But for those in the know, Winners and Sinners is the Rosetta Stone of modern action comedy. Without it, you don't get Police Story , you don't get Kung Fu Hustle , and you certainly don't get The Suicide Squad (whose director, James Gunn, has cited this film as an influence).

The highlight of the film—and arguably one of the best action sequences of the decade—is the car park skateboard chase. Watching Jackie Chan roller-skate under moving trucks and leap over barriers is a visceral reminder of the pre-CGI era. On a standard definition broadcast, these fast-paced movements often result in motion blur and pixelation. On Blu-ray, the clarity allows the viewer to see the danger in Chan’s eyes and the concrete scraping against the pavement. It transforms the scene from a funny clip into a harrowing display of athletic prowess.

The 1983 Hong Kong action-comedy Winners and Sinners (also known as 5 Lucky Stars

Not all Blu-rays are created equal. When shopping for the , you will likely encounter two major versions: the Hong Kong release (from Kam & Ronson or Panorama) and the Western boutique release (courtesy of Eureka Entertainment’s "Masters of Cinema" series or 88 Films). Here is what the premium edition includes:

The obliterates these issues. Using a brand-new 4K scan of the original camera negative, this release offers a filmic grain structure that feels like sitting in a 1983 cinema.

As of 2025, two editions dominate the market: