Charlie's Bubble (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, Charlie's Bubble is a drama and romance film directed by Philip Chan Yan-Kin, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. The poetry of teenagers in love is one of the most endearing and enduring traditions in cinema. Philip Chan made his solo directorial debut with a film based on his own adolescent fantasy, about a secondary school student who falls in love with his teacher. The teacher happens to be pregnant and, after the kid makes the vow to help her take care of the child, the father reappears to assume his responsibilities…Is teenage bubble going to burst? Chan had the foresight – or was it luck? – to hand over writing chores to Alfred Cheung, who turned the potentially controversial story into a script of nuanced emotions and morality while managing to avoid the sensational. Charlie's Bubble, which escaped critical attention in its initial release, is a work that deserves a second look.
Who’s in it. Charlie's Bubble stars Cheung Kwok-Keung, Ping-Ping Ha, Dennis Chan Kwok-San and Tso-Yee Chan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Charlie's Bubble page.
If you liked it. Fans of Charlie's Bubble tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Charlie's Bubble (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Charlie's Bubble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Charlie's Bubble?
- Charlie's Bubble stars Cheung Kwok-Keung, Ping-Ping Ha, Dennis Chan Kwok-San, Tso-Yee Chan and Yeuk-Hon Fung.
- When was Charlie's Bubble released?
- Charlie's Bubble was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.