Chinese Box (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1997, Chinese Box is a drama and romance film directed by Wayne Wang, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Hong Kong, from New Year's Day to June 30th, 1997, when the British left their colony and turned it over to the People's Republic of China.
Who’s in it. Chinese Box stars Jeremy Irons as John, Gong Li as Vivian, Maggie Cheung as Jean and Michael Hui as Chang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Chinese Box 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 Chinese Box page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chinese Box tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chinese Box (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chinese Box change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chinese Box worth watching?
- Chinese Box holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chinese Box?
- Chinese Box stars Jeremy Irons, Gong Li, Maggie Cheung, Michael Hui and Rubén Blades.
- When was Chinese Box released?
- Chinese Box was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.