Red (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1996, Red is a drama film directed by Rosa Fong, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1977, young Xiao Mei leaves China for the UK to enter into an arranged marriage. Speaking no English and feeling distant from her Elvis-obsessed new husband and his stern mother, Xiao Mei dreams of reuniting with her long-lost parents and brother.
Who’s in it. Red stars Jennifer Lim as Xiao Mei, Jennifer Lin, Tom Wu as Johnny and Pik Sen Lim as Mrs Ng, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Red has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Red page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red (1996)?
- In US, Red is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Red worth watching?
- Red holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red?
- Red stars Jennifer Lim, Jennifer Lin, Tom Wu, Pik Sen Lim and Antuan.
- When was Red released?
- Red was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.