Buddha Bless America (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1996, Buddha Bless America is a notable film directed by Wu Nien-Jen, running about 118 minutes. “Where there is a phony peace, there is a phony war.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a military contingent of "mythic" Americans arrive for war games in a little farming village in South Taiwan in the late 1960s, a veritable flood of hilarious cultural and linguistic misunderstandings is loosed on both sides.
Who’s in it. Buddha Bless America stars Nana Chiang and Lin Cheng-sheng.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Buddha Bless America has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Buddha Bless America page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buddha Bless America (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buddha Bless America change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buddha Bless America worth watching?
- Buddha Bless America holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Buddha Bless America?
- Buddha Bless America stars Nana Chiang and Lin Cheng-sheng.
- When was Buddha Bless America released?
- Buddha Bless America was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.