Butterfly Lovers (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2008, Butterfly Lovers is an action and romance film directed by Jingle Ma Choh-Sing, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Zhu Yanzhi, disguised as a man, seeks to learn martial arts with an elite clan. Once she begins her intense training, Zhu finds herself at odds with her trainer and superior, Liang.
Who’s in it. Butterfly Lovers stars Charlene Choi as Zhu Yanzhi, Wu Zun as Liang Zhongshan, Hu Ge as Ma Chengen and Ti Lung as Zhu Gongyuan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Butterfly Lovers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Butterfly Lovers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Butterfly Lovers 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 Butterfly Lovers (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Butterfly Lovers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Butterfly Lovers worth watching?
- Butterfly Lovers holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Butterfly Lovers?
- Butterfly Lovers stars Charlene Choi, Wu Zun, Hu Ge, Ti Lung and Harlem Yu.
- When was Butterfly Lovers released?
- Butterfly Lovers was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.