Jump (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 3.3

Jump poster

Released in 2009, Jump is a comedy and drama film directed by Stephen Fung, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Aspiring dancer Phoenix lives in the countryside with her father, but she's got her eyes set on farther places. Jumping at the chance to move to shiny Shanghai, she makes ends and dreams meet by working as a janitor at an elite dance studio where she picks up dance moves on the sly. Even with her unfailing spirit, things aren't easy for Phoenix working two jobs and putting up with the mockery from city folks. Enter her knight in shining armor, CEO and studio owner Ron, who sweeps her off her feet and gives her a spot on the dance team.

Who’s in it. Jump stars Kitty Zhang as Phoenix, Yao Wen-Xue, Yao Wen-Xue and Leon Jay Williams as Ron Chan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Jump has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jump page.

If you liked it. Fans of Jump tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Jump (2009)?
In US, Jump is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Jump worth watching?
Jump holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Jump?
Jump stars Kitty Zhang, Yao Wen-Xue, Yao Wen-Xue, Leon Jay Williams and Yuen Cheung-Yan.
When was Jump released?
Jump was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.