Love on a Diet (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 2001, Love on a Diet is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Johnnie To, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. A depressed, obese woman tries to lose weight in order to win back her ex-boyfriend with the help of a fellow Hong Konger whom she met in Japan.

Who’s in it. Love on a Diet stars Andy Lau as Fatso, Sammi Cheng as Mini Mo, Wong Tin-Lam as Fatso's Friend and Lam Suet as Bun Man, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Love on a Diet 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 Love on a Diet page.

If you liked it. Fans of Love on a Diet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Love on a Diet (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Love on a Diet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Love on a Diet worth watching?
Love on a Diet holds an audience score of 5.9 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 Love on a Diet?
Love on a Diet stars Andy Lau, Sammi Cheng, Wong Tin-Lam, Lam Suet and Rikiya Kurokawa.
When was Love on a Diet released?
Love on a Diet was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.