Diary (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2006, Diary is a thriller and horror film directed by Oxide Pang Chun, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Winnie Leung becomes more disturbed and depressed after her boyfriend Seth Lau breaks up with her and she turns schizophrenic - imagining events which never occurred, and often living in her own world- until one day she meets a guy named Ray, bearing a close resemblance to Seth. Seeing this, her best friend Yvonne encourages her to go out with Hou so she can forget her misery and start over. As time passes, Winnie realises that the relationship with Ray is so alike her previous relationship with Seth, and when things seem to be running smoothly, the relationship begins to sours, just like with Seth. She begins to doubt his feelings and the lines between reality and fantasy start blurring again for her, leading her to question: did this all exist in the first place?

Who’s in it. Diary stars Charlene Choi as Leung Wing-na, Isabella Leong as Yee, Shawn Yue as Wai-ha (Ray) and Au Hin-Wai as Detective.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Diary has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $750K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Diary page.

If you liked it. Fans of Diary tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Diary (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Diary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Diary worth watching?
Diary holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Diary?
Diary stars Charlene Choi, Isabella Leong, Shawn Yue and Au Hin-Wai.
When was Diary released?
Diary was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.