Shanghai Vance King (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film
Released in 1984, Shanghai Vance King is a comedy, drama, music and history film directed by Kinji Fukasaku, running about 121 minutes. “Swingin’ & Jazz Musical Show” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in the 1930s in the international city of Shanghai, the film follows the extravagant life and times of a group of jazz musicians, living from one advance paycheck to the next, as the country teeters over the brink into the Second Sino-Japanese War.
Who’s in it. Shanghai Vance King stars Keiko Matsuzaka as Madoka Hatano (Madonna), Morio Kazama as Shirou Hadano, Ryudo Uzaki as Wataru Matsumoto (Bakumatsu) and Mitsuru Hirata as Shinzou Hirota, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shanghai Vance King page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shanghai Vance King tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shanghai Vance King (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shanghai Vance King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shanghai Vance King?
- Shanghai Vance King stars Keiko Matsuzaka, Morio Kazama, Ryudo Uzaki, Mitsuru Hirata and Isao Natsuyagi.
- When was Shanghai Vance King released?
- Shanghai Vance King was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.