American Chinatown (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1996, American Chinatown is an action film directed by Richard Park Wu-Sang, running about 86 minutes. “America needs a defender... China offers its master.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sect of the Triads controls the streets of Chinatown led by tough fighter Yong. But things get complicated when Lily, the adopted sister of Triads boss Eric, arrives on the scene. Yong is torn between his love for Lily and his commitment to uphold the Triads' honor. He cannot run from destiny or hide from fate. And now, Chinatown will put Eric's honor and Yong's fighting skills to the test.
Who’s in it. American Chinatown stars Tae-joon Lee as Yong, Robert Z'Dar as Eric, Bobby Kim as Jim and Liat Goodson as Lily, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, American Chinatown has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Chinatown page.
If you liked it. Fans of American Chinatown tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch American Chinatown (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for American Chinatown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is American Chinatown worth watching?
- American Chinatown holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in American Chinatown?
- American Chinatown stars Tae-joon Lee, Robert Z'Dar, Bobby Kim, Liat Goodson and Sung-Ki Jun.
- When was American Chinatown released?
- American Chinatown was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.