Beijing, New York (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2015, Beijing, New York is a drama and romance film directed by Rain Li, running about 103 minutes. “What if you are caught between two cities you both call home?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. BEIJING, NEW YORK is a touching and complex love story that bridges time, distance and culture, intertwining the lives of two Chinese childhood friends and an American artist. It is set against the backdrop of economic power shift between China and America. As the film's complex love triangle takes the audience on a wild ride, interweaving its way through the plot and each character's unique existence, it ultimately forces each of them to face life's eternal questions head-on. BEIJING, NEW YORK is a truthful and thrilling look into the journey to find true happiness and the joy, pain and adventure that ensues when one is forced to integrate their dreams into reality.
Who’s in it. Beijing, New York stars Lin Chiling as Jasmine, Charlotte Graham as Helen, Richard de Klerk as Joe Herron and Maggie Jiang as Shi Yuqin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Beijing, New York has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2.9M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beijing, New York page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beijing, New York tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beijing, New York (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beijing, New York change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beijing, New York worth watching?
- Beijing, New York holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beijing, New York?
- Beijing, New York stars Lin Chiling, Charlotte Graham, Richard de Klerk, Maggie Jiang and Liu Ye.
- When was Beijing, New York released?
- Beijing, New York was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.