Lucky Dog (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2008, Lucky Dog is a comedy film directed by Zhang Meng.
What it’s about. A middle-aged man sets out to find a new career when he learns he's picked the wrong time to retire in this gentle comedy-drama from China. Wang Kangmei (Fan Wei) is a good-humored working stuff who after four decades as an engineer for the Chinese railway has taken early retirement. Wang's timing was less than ideal, as his wife (Cheng Shubo) falls ill and ends up in the hospital shortly after Wang's leaves his job. But Wang is a cheerful and quietly patriotic man who believes that the government will do the right thing for him and that he'll be able to find work if he tries. Wang's father (Cheng Shubo) isn't so confident, but that doesn't stop Wang from spending the day pursuing various sorts of employment, from operating a bicycle-cab to auditioning for an opera company.
Who’s in it. Lucky Dog stars Fan Wei as 王抗美, Tian Yu as 姑爷, Shubo Cheng and Jibo Zhang.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Lucky Dog 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 Lucky Dog page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lucky Dog tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lucky Dog (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lucky Dog change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lucky Dog worth watching?
- Lucky Dog holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lucky Dog?
- Lucky Dog stars Fan Wei, Tian Yu, Shubo Cheng and Jibo Zhang.
- When was Lucky Dog released?
- Lucky Dog was released in 2008.