The Imp (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1996, The Imp is a horror film directed by Ivan Lai, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Stunningly sexy Pan Dang plays a Hong Kong woman who's traveling in search of her twin sister, who disappeared leaving nothing more than a native doll, the eponymous imp. Along the way she hooks up with a mobile film crew. They discover that something isn't quite right with the boarding house in which they're staying.
Who’s in it. The Imp stars Diana Pang as Ching Kwok-Shan / Fun-Fun, Mark Cheng Ho-Nam as Mark, Emiko Ishizuka as Angie and Dick Lau Tik-Chi as King Kong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Imp 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 Imp page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Imp tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Imp (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Imp change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Imp worth watching?
- The Imp holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Imp?
- The Imp stars Diana Pang, Mark Cheng Ho-Nam, Emiko Ishizuka, Dick Lau Tik-Chi and Ng Shui-Ting.
- When was The Imp released?
- The Imp was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.