The Drummer (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1983, The Drummer is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Yang Chuan, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Tommy Chen (Leslie Cheung) wants to become a professional drummer. Because of his loud practice sessions at home he gets into trouble with the neighbors and his father. His grandpa and friends support his ambitions, but he struggles to stay determined and keep his self-confidence.
Who’s in it. The Drummer stars Leslie Cheung, Elaine Chow Sau-Lan, Paul Chung Biu-Law and Choi-Chung Chan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Drummer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Drummer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Drummer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Drummer (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Drummer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Drummer worth watching?
- The Drummer holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Drummer?
- The Drummer stars Leslie Cheung, Elaine Chow Sau-Lan, Paul Chung Biu-Law, Choi-Chung Chan and Chiang-yu Chang.
- When was The Drummer released?
- The Drummer was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.