My Cousin, the Ghost Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for My Cousin, the Ghost.
My Cousin, the Ghost Ending Explained: Cousin Big returns home from the UK in order to find a wife and settle down. Directed by Wu Ma, this 1987 comedy film stars Kenny Bee (Chow Siu Wing), alongside Richard Ng Yiu-Hon as Cousin Big / Wu Te Ta, Mang Hoi as Q, Wu Ma as Mako. With a 6.6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of My Cousin, the Ghost?
Cousin Big returns home from the UK in order to find a wife and settle down. He has previously driven out his illegal immigrant friend Ma from the UK and the scores aren't settled. That is all cast aside when not only one, not two but three ghosts are to be dealt with and one is Cousin Big who has fallen in love with one of the ghosts.
Wu Ma's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Kenny Bee (Chow Siu Wing)'s journey. He has previously driven out his illegal immigrant friend Ma from the UK and the scores aren't settled.
As part of the Cousin Arrives (Series), the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.
How Does Kenny Bee (Chow Siu Wing)'s Story End?
- Kenny Bee: Kenny Bee's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Richard Ng Yiu-Hon (Cousin Big / Wu Te Ta): Richard Ng Yiu-Hon's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Mang Hoi (Q): Mang Hoi's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of My Cousin, the Ghost Mean?
My Cousin, the Ghost's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Kenny Bee may feel rushed. Wu Ma's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.