Vanishing Son (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1994, Vanishing Son is an action film directed by John Nicolella, running about 90 minutes. “Out on the streets with only one weapon: Themselves” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two students in the Peoples Republic of China are forced to flee out of China after having taken part in a protest action for freedom. They come to America, and try to build up a new life. After a while, one of the brothers pursues a musical career while the other gets entangled in a criminal organization.
Who’s in it. Vanishing Son stars Russell Wong as Jian-Wa, Chi Muoi Lo as Wago, Vivian Wu as Lili and Rebecca Gayheart as Clair Armstrong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Vanishing Son 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 Vanishing Son page.
If you liked it. Fans of Vanishing Son tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Vanishing Son (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Vanishing Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Vanishing Son worth watching?
- Vanishing Son holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Vanishing Son?
- Vanishing Son stars Russell Wong, Chi Muoi Lo, Vivian Wu, Rebecca Gayheart and Marcus Chong.
- When was Vanishing Son released?
- Vanishing Son was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.