The Deadly Strands (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2013, The Deadly Strands is a thriller film directed by Xiaoou Zhao, running about 85 minutes. “deadly strands” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Deadly Strands is a 2013 Chinese horror film directed by Zhao Xiaoxi. It stars Leon Dai, Zak Zhai and Kong Qianqian. The film is released in China on 5th July. A radio talk show host and his family fall on troubled and terror-filled times when the ghost of his suicidal ex-wife finds a mysterious way to seek revenge on her cheating husband and find vindication with the children from his previous marriage. One by one strange accidents begin to occur, and bodies begin to pile up. The only common denominator between the deaths? The talk show host, his daughter, and a long beautiful wig.
Who’s in it. The Deadly Strands stars Leon Dai.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Deadly Strands has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Deadly Strands page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deadly Strands tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deadly Strands (2013)?
- In US, The Deadly Strands is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Deadly Strands worth watching?
- The Deadly Strands holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deadly Strands?
- The Deadly Strands stars Leon Dai.
- When was The Deadly Strands released?
- The Deadly Strands was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.