The Tide (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2013, The Tide is a music film directed by Sheungman Yim, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. At some point in life an age-old question will inevitably crop up: Do we swim against the tide or go with the flow? The band, Against the Tide, was doomed before it even started. A year later, the songwriter is selling his soul to catchy pop tunes and commercial music, hitching his wagon to else’s grand schemes while being hitched by a young music devotee; the bassist is venturing north across the border; the drummer is working as an insurance agent and all set for fatherhood. Before the factory building is demolished for a lucrative redevelopment scheme, the band members, bar one, return to their studio to clear out the place, contemplating making a final appearance for a farewell gig. The reunion takes place, albeit obliquely, each member putting their best foot forward to steer their own course.
Who’s in it. The Tide stars Leung Tin-Chak as Chu, Siugwai Woo as Sonny, Chiu Sin-Hang as Lok and Vong Tin Ian as Ken, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Tide has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tide page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tide tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tide (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tide worth watching?
- The Tide holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tide?
- The Tide stars Leung Tin-Chak, Siugwai Woo, Chiu Sin-Hang, Vong Tin Ian and Kenneth Cheung Moon-Yuen.
- When was The Tide released?
- The Tide was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.