Goodbye (2018): cast, story & where to watch

2018 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 2018, Goodbye is a drama and family film directed by Lam Hei Chun, running about 26 minutes.

What it’s about. After years of illness, Ken’s wife finally passes away. Ken returns to his job as streetlight repairman after the funeral. Having to work at night, he rarely sees his daughter Ann, who develops a fear for darkness since her mother dies. Often left alone at home, she learns to grow up at a tender age. She makes her father agree to go out and play with her on the night of Mid-Autumn Festival, but Ken breaks the promise because of work. During the festive season, father and daughter try hard to re-capture moments of love and concern for each other.

Who’s in it. Goodbye stars Johnny Hui as Ken, Emily Cheng Sum Yu as Ann and Ng Kam Chuen as Ken's Brother.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Goodbye has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Goodbye page.

If you liked it. Fans of Goodbye tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Goodbye (2018)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goodbye change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Goodbye worth watching?
Goodbye holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Goodbye?
Goodbye stars Johnny Hui, Emily Cheng Sum Yu and Ng Kam Chuen.
When was Goodbye released?
Goodbye was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.