Armed Reaction 1998

Overview

Armed Reaction is a 1998 Hong Kong modern cop drama produced by TVB. The series, known in Chinese as To Cheung Si Je, focuses on the lives of female police officers. The narrative is set during the period of the Royal Hong Kong Police before the 1997 Handover of Hong Kong. The show explores the experiences of two women serving in the force, highlighting the transition of female constables into armed roles, as they were previously assigned to desk duty and were not permitted to carry firearms until the early 1990s. The main leads are Bobby Au-yeung and Esther Kwan, supported by a cast including Joyce Tang, Marco Ngai, Mimi Chu, and Joe Ma. One character initially works a leisurely desk job but must adopt a more serious approach to her career following the departure of her husband. Meanwhile, a rookie officer faces scrutiny from her superior for being overly ambitious and rash. The series examines the personal and professional challenges faced by these women as they navigate their duties.