Walking on the Wild Side (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2006, Walking on the Wild Side is a drama film directed by Han Jie, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Han Jie’s feature debut draws on his own experiences growing up in a desolate mining district in northern China’s Shanxi province. A Chinese road movie, Walking on the Wild Side charts a young gang’s continuous flights from one kind of trouble to the next. Mirroring the stark and barren landscape, the film relays the grim story of these delinquents’ dreams of liberty and easy money. Played by nonprofessional actors who are real life troublemakers, the film offers a realism that is at once oppressive, cruel, and sympathetic.
Who’s in it. Walking on the Wild Side stars Bai Paijiang, Guo Qiang and Lu Jie.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Walking on the Wild Side 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 Walking on the Wild Side page.
If you liked it. Fans of Walking on the Wild Side tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Walking on the Wild Side (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Walking on the Wild Side change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Walking on the Wild Side worth watching?
- Walking on the Wild Side holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Walking on the Wild Side?
- Walking on the Wild Side stars Bai Paijiang, Guo Qiang and Lu Jie.
- When was Walking on the Wild Side released?
- Walking on the Wild Side was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.