Single Man (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2010, Single Man is a drama and comedy film directed by Jie Hao, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. In Gu Jia Gou Village, 150 km from Beijing, men outnumber women. Some buy wives from faraway Sichuan province. Other remain bachelors; they gossip and complain together - yet find ways to have a sex life. Lao Yang is still in love with the girl he was forbidden to marry as a young man; she is now the middle-aged wife of the village head, but they sneak out for secret trysts. Yet, Lao Yang wants more...

Who’s in it. Single Man stars 杨振君 as 老杨, Chen Lin and Li Guangming.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Single Man 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 Single Man page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Single Man (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Single Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Single Man worth watching?
Single Man holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Single Man?
Single Man stars 杨振君, Chen Lin and Li Guangming.
When was Single Man released?
Single Man was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.