The Chinese Man (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.1

The Chinese Man poster

Released in 2011, The Chinese Man is an action, thriller, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Peter Keglevic, running about 180 minutes.

What it’s about. A cold day in January 2006. The police make a horrible discovery in the Swedish town of Hudiksvall: In one night, 18 people have been brutally murdered in the small town. The police suspect a madman is behind the bestial act. But when judge Birgitta Roslin hears the news, she instantly knows that her grandparents August and Britta Andrén are among the victims. And even more: Almost everybody killed somehow relates to her. She realizes that the police are following a wrong track and starts to investigate on her own. Her search leads Brigitta to China where she finds out about the cruel scheming of the leading elite.

Who’s in it. The Chinese Man stars Suzanne von Borsody as Judge Birgitta Roslin, Claudia Michelsen as Vivi Sundberg, Franziska Weisz as Maja and Jimmy Taenaka as Ya Ru, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Chinese 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 Chinese Man page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Chinese Man tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Chinese Man (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chinese Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Chinese Man worth watching?
The Chinese Man holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Chinese Man?
The Chinese Man stars Suzanne von Borsody, Claudia Michelsen, Franziska Weisz, Jimmy Taenaka and Michael Nyqvist.
When was The Chinese Man released?
The Chinese Man was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.