Singapore Dreaming (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2006, Singapore Dreaming is a comedy and drama film directed by Colin Goh, running about 91 minutes. “what are you dreaming of?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Disappointed by his failed dreams, Loh Poh Huat visits his frustrations on his family. So when he wins the lottery, everyone believes the money will deliver them from their struggles. However, Loh dies abruptly and his elaborate and surreal Taoist funeral pitches the family into a battle where the stakes are the very meaning of life itself. Singapore Dreaming is a poignant yet darkly humorous story which follows the lives of six individuals as they navigate the rapidly changing conditions experienced in today’s modern South-East Asian cities.
Who’s in it. Singapore Dreaming stars Richard Low as Poh Huat, Yeo Yann Yann as Mei, Lim Yu-Beng as C.K. and ZioZio Lim as Loh Siew Luan ('Ma'), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Singapore Dreaming 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 Singapore Dreaming page.
If you liked it. Fans of Singapore Dreaming tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Singapore Dreaming (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Singapore Dreaming change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Singapore Dreaming worth watching?
- Singapore Dreaming holds an audience score of 6.1 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 Singapore Dreaming?
- Singapore Dreaming stars Richard Low, Yeo Yann Yann, Lim Yu-Beng, ZioZio Lim and Serene Chen.
- When was Singapore Dreaming released?
- Singapore Dreaming was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.