Rouge (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1987, Rouge is a fantasy, drama, mystery and romance film directed by Stanley Kwan, running about 96 minutes. “They loved across two generations and two different worlds.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The ghost of a courtesan who died in 1934 returns to Hong Kong fifty-three years later, seeking to reunite with the man she loved.
Who’s in it. Rouge stars Anita Mui as Fleur, Leslie Cheung as Chan Chen-Pang, Alex Man as Yuen and Emily Chu Bo-Yee as Ah Chor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Rouge has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rouge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rouge tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rouge (1987)?
- In US, Rouge is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rouge worth watching?
- Rouge holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, mystery and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rouge?
- Rouge stars Anita Mui, Leslie Cheung, Alex Man, Emily Chu Bo-Yee and Kara Wai Ying-Hung.
- When was Rouge released?
- Rouge was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.