Lionsgate has released the first official trailer for The Furious, Hong Kong’s action film directed by Kenji Tanigaki. The production brings together renowned names in Asian martial arts and hits theaters on May 29th. The material highlights intense fight sequences and a plot centered on revenge and rescue.
Xie Miao, known for his work with Jet Li in productions such as A Nova Lenda by Joe Taslim, recognized for roles in The Raid and Mortal Kombat, plays Navin, a journalist who allies with the protagonist with secrets of his own. The cast also features Yayan Ruhian and Yanin Vismitananda in supporting roles.
Cast brings together experts in martial arts
Director Kenji Tanigaki has experience as a fight choreographer in titles such as Flash Point, Raging Fire and Twilight of the Warriors:
This baggage appears in the trailer, which displays precise choreography and uncompromising hand-to-hand combat. The fusion of styles from different Asian countries reinforces the visual appeal of the production.
Positive reception after festival
The work premiered in section Midnight Madness of Festival Internacional of Cinema of Toronto in 2025 and won second place in Prêmio of Público.
After airing, Lionsgate acquired worldwide rights, with the exception of China, Hong Kong and Macau. The film combines classic elements of Asian action cinema with modern thriller storytelling.
Central plot details
Wei begins a relentless search after his daughter is kidnapped by criminals. Navin offers support while dealing with personal issues. Juntos, the characters face the organized underworld in direct confrontations.
The plot explores themes of personal justice in a context of corruption and trafficking. The action sequences promise to deliver what the title suggests, with a focus on real movements and physical impact.
Director and production trajectory
Tanigaki is only making his third feature film as main director, but his previous career as a stunt coordinator guarantees credibility in the fight scenes.
The production involves teams from Hong Kong and other Ásia countries, with footage that captures tense, urban environments. The result appears in the trailer as a continuous sequence of brutal confrontations.
Expectation for release
The film lasts approximately 113 minutes and mixes languages such as English, Mandarin and Thai.
Distribution by Lionsgate indicates greater international reach, especially in markets where the martial arts genre maintains strong appeal among the public. The first images confirm the raw and direct tone of the fights.
- Xie Miao delivers intense physical performance as the determined father
- Joe Taslim brings charisma and precision to combat alongside his partner
- Yayan Ruhian and Yanin Vismitananda complement the team with unique styles
- Choreography values authentic movements without relying on excessive effects
The trailer is already circulating on digital platforms and generating discussions among action cinema fans. The premiere on May 29 marks the arrival of a production that seeks to reinvigorate the genre with a cast and direction experienced in real fights.
