12 Storeys (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1997, 12 Storeys is a comedy and drama film directed by Eric Khoo, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The film depicts 24 hours in a HDB block of residential flats in Singapore. There are three main storylines. San San, fat, silent, and alone, hears the ghost of her mother constantly upbraid her. Ah Gu, a tofu soup vendor, is at odds with Lily, his materialistic immigrant wife, who longs for something he cannot provide. Meng spouts every moralistic bromide of the striving middle class, but is unhinged by his teenage sister May ("Trixie" to her boyfriend) who won't study, parties all night, and seems doomed by youth culture.
Who’s in it. 12 Storeys stars Jack Neo as Ah Gu, Boon Pin Koh as Meng, May Yee Lum as Trixie and Lucilla Teoh as San San, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, 12 Storeys has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 12 Storeys page.
If you liked it. Fans of 12 Storeys tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 12 Storeys (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 12 Storeys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 12 Storeys worth watching?
- 12 Storeys holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 12 Storeys?
- 12 Storeys stars Jack Neo, Boon Pin Koh, May Yee Lum, Lucilla Teoh and Ritz Lim.