

A Taoist former cop is called to Hong Kong to assist in the investigation of of a series of strange murders. Aided by two local officers, he runs afoul of an evil sorceress.
Practical Effects
Glorious creature effects that age like funky cheese.
Stunts
Lam Ching-Ying's wirework and fight choreography.
Acting
Lam Ching-Ying's deadpan priest gravitas.

Director
Stephen Tung Wai
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Lam Ching-Ying originated the unibrowed Taoist priest archetype in Mr. Vampire (1985), making this a spiritual sequel in his iconic filmography.
The 'Magic Cop' English title was a marketing invention; the Chinese title translates to 'Mr. Vampire 5', though it's barely connected to that franchise.