A Dead Man Visits the Living (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1988, A Dead Man Visits the Living is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Huang Jian-Zhong, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. A man is murdered on a bus for trying to stop a pickpocket; no one lifts a finger to help him. He returns as a ghost and questions the empathy of the onlookers.
Who’s in it. A Dead Man Visits the Living stars Chang Lantian, Da Li, Yuan Ji and Fang Bing Ling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Dead Man Visits the Living 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 Dead Man Visits the Living page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Dead Man Visits the Living tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Dead Man Visits the Living (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Dead Man Visits the Living change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Dead Man Visits the Living worth watching?
- A Dead Man Visits the Living holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Dead Man Visits the Living?
- A Dead Man Visits the Living stars Chang Lantian, Da Li, Yuan Ji, Fang Bing Ling and Shi Ke.
- When was A Dead Man Visits the Living released?
- A Dead Man Visits the Living was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.