The Suspicious (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2014, The Suspicious is a thriller, mystery and romance film directed by Zhang Cheng, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. The Suspicious centers around a mysterious pharmaceutical company and its new drug that cures insomnia. The owner Li attempts to sell his company to a Japanese businessman, but the businessman only has eyes on the formula of his new drug. Joe portrays An Qi’er, a senior secretary who strikes an ambiguous relationship with Lin Yitai, an insomniac general sales manager at the pharmaceutical company. Portraying an extremely cold, evil and manipulative character, Joe said she has finally fulfilled her wish to portray a completely different character from past roles.

Who’s in it. The Suspicious stars Alec Su as Lin Tai, Joe Chen as Angel, Wilson Lam as Ruan Dazhi and Hong So-hee as Meichuan Mikiko, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Suspicious has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Suspicious page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Suspicious tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Suspicious (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Suspicious change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Suspicious worth watching?
The Suspicious holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Suspicious?
The Suspicious stars Alec Su, Joe Chen, Wilson Lam, Hong So-hee and Koji Yano.
When was The Suspicious released?
The Suspicious was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.