Ethan Mao (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2004, Ethan Mao is a thriller and drama film directed by Quentin Lee, running about 87 minutes. “Sometimes the only way out is to break in” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Kicked out of his house because he's gay, Ethan Mao returns home to steal and ends up holding his family hostage on a fateful Thanksgiving Day.
Who’s in it. Ethan Mao stars Jun Hee Lee as Ethan Mao, Raymond Ma as Abraham Mao, Julia Nickson as Sarah Mao and Kevin Kleinberg as Josh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Ethan Mao has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ethan Mao page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ethan Mao tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ethan Mao (2004)?
- In US, Ethan Mao is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ethan Mao worth watching?
- Ethan Mao holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ethan Mao?
- Ethan Mao stars Jun Hee Lee, Raymond Ma, Julia Nickson, Kevin Kleinberg and Jerry Hernandez.
- When was Ethan Mao released?
- Ethan Mao was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.