Chasing the Dragon (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1996, Chasing the Dragon is a drama and tv movie film directed by Ian Sander, running about 120 minutes. “What she needs can save her. What she wants can kill her.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Working class mother becomes addicted to heroin, and soon her life falls apart.
Who’s in it. Chasing the Dragon stars Markie Post as Gwen Kessler, Dennis Boutsikaris as Nat, Noah Fleiss as Sean Kessler and Deirdre O'Connell as Doris, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Chasing the Dragon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chasing the Dragon page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chasing the Dragon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chasing the Dragon (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chasing the Dragon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chasing the Dragon worth watching?
- Chasing the Dragon holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chasing the Dragon?
- Chasing the Dragon stars Markie Post, Dennis Boutsikaris, Noah Fleiss, Deirdre O'Connell and Melissa DaPonte.
- When was Chasing the Dragon released?
- Chasing the Dragon was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.