Goodbye South, Goodbye (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1996, Goodbye South, Goodbye is a drama and crime film directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, running about 116 minutes. “Fast times, easy money, big trouble.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this portrait of small-time hoods rendered in rhythm-of-life anecdotal detail, Gao is the leader of a circle of layabouts including his sidekick, Flathead, and their girlfriends, Pretzel and Ling. He is also the originator of petty crime schemes, which promise to get the gang nowhere fast.
Who’s in it. Goodbye South, Goodbye stars Jack Kao as Kao, Lim Giong as Flatty, Vicky Wei as Hui and Annie Shizuka Inoh as Pretzel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Goodbye South, Goodbye has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Goodbye South, Goodbye page.
If you liked it. Fans of Goodbye South, Goodbye tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Goodbye South, Goodbye (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goodbye South, Goodbye change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Goodbye South, Goodbye worth watching?
- Goodbye South, Goodbye holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Goodbye South, Goodbye?
- Goodbye South, Goodbye stars Jack Kao, Lim Giong, Vicky Wei, Annie Shizuka Inoh and Hsu Kuei-ying.
- When was Goodbye South, Goodbye released?
- Goodbye South, Goodbye was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.