Eel (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2025, Eel is a drama film directed by Chu Chun-teng, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Liang’s simple, humdrum life in his deceased father’s dilapidated boathouse on the Shezi island takes a totally unexpected turn when he saves a mysterious young woman from drowning. A woman with her own painful past meets a man haunted by nightmares.
Who’s in it. Eel stars Devin Pan as Chang You-Liang, Misi Ke as Eel, Pan Chin-yu as Hao and Bella Chen as Auntie Liu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Eel has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Eel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Eel (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Eel worth watching?
- Eel holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Eel?
- Eel stars Devin Pan, Misi Ke, Pan Chin-yu, Bella Chen and Wu Mei-he.
- When was Eel released?
- Eel was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.