A Drifting Life (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1996, A Drifting Life is a drama film directed by Lin Cheng-sheng, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. After his wife dies during childbirth, Ku-cheng leaves his children behind in their rural village while he finds work on a construction site in the city. He develops a relationship with a widow but despite their intimacy, he refuses to remarry.
Who’s in it. A Drifting Life stars Lee Kang-sheng as Ku-cheng, Shih-huang Chen as Grandpa, Jing Tseng and Yu-Wen Wang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, A Drifting Life has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Drifting Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Drifting Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Drifting Life (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Drifting Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Drifting Life worth watching?
- A Drifting Life holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Drifting Life?
- A Drifting Life stars Lee Kang-sheng, Shih-huang Chen, Jing Tseng, Yu-Wen Wang and Cheng-Ping Chao.
- When was A Drifting Life released?
- A Drifting Life was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.