The Sandwich Man (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1983, The Sandwich Man is a drama film directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Composed of three separate stories, the film vividly portrays Taiwan during the cold war period when the country developed its economy with help from the United States.
Who’s in it. The Sandwich Man stars Chen Bo-zheng as Kun-shu, Yang Li-yin as Ah-chu, Te-Nan Lai as Kun-shu's Uncle (segment "The Sandwich Man") and Sheng Li Cho as Chiang A-fa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Sandwich Man 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 The Sandwich Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sandwich Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sandwich Man (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sandwich Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sandwich Man worth watching?
- The Sandwich Man holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sandwich Man?
- The Sandwich Man stars Chen Bo-zheng, Yang Li-yin, Te-Nan Lai, Sheng Li Cho and Tsui Fu-Sheng.
- When was The Sandwich Man released?
- The Sandwich Man was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.