Lotus Lantern (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1999, Lotus Lantern is an animation film directed by Guang Xi Chang, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A young boy named Chen Xiang uses a magical lotus lantern to search for and rescue his mother, a goddess, from the cruel punishment she received from her brother, the king of the gods, for falling in love with a mortal man.
Who’s in it. Lotus Lantern stars Jiang Wen as Niro Go (voice）, Yang Shuo as Chen Xiang, Chen Pei-Si as Sun Wukong (voice） and Xu Fan as San Sheng Mu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Lotus Lantern 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 Lotus Lantern page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lotus Lantern tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lotus Lantern (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lotus Lantern change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lotus Lantern worth watching?
- Lotus Lantern holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lotus Lantern?
- Lotus Lantern stars Jiang Wen, Yang Shuo, Chen Pei-Si, Xu Fan and Liang Tian.
- When was Lotus Lantern released?
- Lotus Lantern was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.