Chicken and Duck Talk

Struggling proprietor of a Cantonese BBQ roast duck restaurant. He is proud, stubborn, and deeply attached to his family business, which makes him resistant to change even as competition intensifies. His journey centers on mixing pride, tradition, and practical adaptation to save the restaurant.

Hui's wife who anchors the family and provides emotional support. Her presence highlights the domestic side of the business and the marry-in-law dynamics. She also represents pragmatic influence in decision making.

A wealthy mother-in-law figure who critics the marriage and eventually finances a renovation. She embodies class expectations and pragmatic influence on the restaurant's fate. Her interventions shape Hui's choices and the course of the business.

Rival fast-food chain founder who opens a competing fried chicken shop across the street. He uses aggressive marketing and packaging, triggering Hui's need to adapt. His sabotage and arrogance escalate the showdown over street-dominant dining.

One of Hui's staff who leaves to work at Danny's Chicken, lured by pay and conditions. He becomes disillusioned by Poon's harsh methods and returns to support Hui's cause, illustrating loyalty and the impact of management style on workers.

Hui's son’s girlfriend who visits Danny's Chicken; her presence helps reveal the personal stakes of the rivalry and adds a social dimension to the family drama.

The next generation who navigates the conflict between the family business and street-level competition, reflecting changes in attitudes toward work and business.

The official who initially threatens action after finding unsanitary conditions, triggering the central conflict. His visit drives Hui to improvise both to hide flaws and to impress customers.

Sam Hui appears as himself in a cameo, adding meta-humor and a light touch to the competition-driven narrative.

A recurring customer who represents the loyal baseline of Hui's regulars and the audience that guards tradition against modern trends.