Linger (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 2008, Linger is a drama and romance film directed by Johnnie To, running about 88 minutes. “To Love & Cherish... In Life & Death.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman is revisited by the ghost of her ex-boyfriend, three years after a car crash took his life.
Who’s in it. Linger stars Li Bingbing as Foo Yan Kai, Wong Yau-Nam as Hui Luk-Wo, Vic Chou as Zheng Jing Dong and Lam Suet as Yan's Roomate, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Linger has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Linger page.
If you liked it. Fans of Linger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Linger (2008)?
- In GB, Linger is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Linger worth watching?
- Linger holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Linger?
- Linger stars Li Bingbing, Wong Yau-Nam, Vic Chou, Lam Suet and Mia Yam.
- When was Linger released?
- Linger was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.