Look for a Star (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2009, Look for a Star is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Andrew Lau, running about 117 minutes. “Can they live happily ever after if this secret gets out?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wealthy construction mogul Sam Ching and cabaret dancer Milan Sit fall madly in love with one another despite the class differences that would keep many couples apart. However, what Sit doesn't know is that Ching is the man responsible for razing a building representing cherished memories from her childhood.
Who’s in it. Look for a Star stars Andy Lau as Sam Ching, Shu Qi as Milan Sit, Zhang Hanyu as Lin Jiu and Denise Ho as Jo Kwok, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Look for a Star has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $17.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Look for a Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of Look for a Star tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Look for a Star (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Look for a Star change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Look for a Star worth watching?
- Look for a Star holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Look for a Star?
- Look for a Star stars Andy Lau, Shu Qi, Zhang Hanyu, Denise Ho and Ka Wah Lam.
- When was Look for a Star released?
- Look for a Star was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.