Formula 17 (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2004, Formula 17 is a comedy and romance film directed by Yin-jung Chen, running about 93 minutes. “A Coming of Age Comedy.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. More interested in romance than sex, "Formula 17" swoons with youthful innocence. Naive country-boy Tien-Tsai travels to Taipei, where his quest to lose his virginity is impeded by his insistence on finding true love first. The film's Chinese title translates as "17-Year-Old's World" which accurately describes its niche.
Who’s in it. Formula 17 stars Tony Yang as Tien, Duncan Lai as Bai Tieh-nan, Chin King as Yu and Dada Ji as C.C., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Formula 17 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Formula 17 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Formula 17 tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Formula 17 (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Formula 17 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Formula 17 worth watching?
- Formula 17 holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Formula 17?
- Formula 17 stars Tony Yang, Duncan Lai, Chin King, Dada Ji and Jimmy Yang.
- When was Formula 17 released?
- Formula 17 was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.