Illustrious Energy (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1988, Illustrious Energy is a drama and history film directed by Leon Narbey.
What it’s about. Chan and his older mate Kim prospect for gold in 1890s Otago. Marooned until they can pay off their debts and return to China; they’ve been fruitlessly working their claim for 12 and 27 years respectively. Chan faces racism, isolation, extreme weather, threatening surveyors, opium dens and a circus romance.
Who’s in it. Illustrious Energy stars Shaun Bao as Chan, Yip Ha-Lei as Kim, Peter Chin as Wong and Desmond Kelly as Surveyor.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Illustrious Energy sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Illustrious Energy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Illustrious Energy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Illustrious Energy (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Illustrious Energy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Illustrious Energy worth watching?
- Illustrious Energy holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Illustrious Energy?
- Illustrious Energy stars Shaun Bao, Yip Ha-Lei, Peter Chin and Desmond Kelly.