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Chungking Express

Directed by Wong Kar-Wai · 1994 ·

Short answer

Is Chungking Express worth watching?

Yes. Chungking Express (1994) earns an 84% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

84%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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94% Editorial Rating
92% Audience snapshot · excluded
78 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.2
8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 43m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · M (Australia) · 15 (South Korea)
Cast
Brigitte Lin , Takeshi Kaneshiro , Tony Leung Chiu-wai , Faye Wong , Valerie Chow , Piggy Chan Kam-Chuen , Kwan Lee-Na , Leung San , Zhiming Huang , Liang Zhen
Streaming
HBO Max
Country
Hong Kong
Language
Cantonese

Also known as 重慶森林 Amores Expressos 恋する惑星 중경삼림 重庆森林 Hong Kong Ekspresi Hong Kong Express ผู้หญิงผมทอง ฟัดหัวใจให้โลกตะลึง

Where to watch

  • HBO Max

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Where to watch Chungking Express by country

Country Streaming on
India MUBI
Japan Netflix, U-NEXT
Pakistan MUBI
South Korea Netflix, Disney+, Wavve, TVING
United States HBO Max

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (94/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (78/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, comedy, romance pick
  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch

Not ideal for

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    Is Chungking Express worth watching?

    Yes — Chungking Express earns an 84% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, comedy, romance pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    Wong Kar-wai’s neon pop-art romance — restless Hong Kong nights, canned pineapple, and two stories of lovesick cops.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Chungking Express about?

    Two melancholic Hong Kong policemen fall in love: one with a mysterious underworld figure, the other with a beautiful and ethereal server at a late-night restaurant.

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    Chungking Express: frequently asked questions

    Is Chungking Express worth watching?

    Yes. Chungking Express (1994) has a Celluloid Score of 84%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Chungking Express?

    In the United States, Chungking Express streams on HBO Max with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: MUBI in India; Netflix, U-NEXT in Japan; MUBI in Pakistan; Netflix, Disney+, Wavve, TVING in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Chungking Express?

    Chungking Express runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

    What is Chungking Express rated?

    Chungking Express is rated PG-13 in the United States, M in Australia and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Chungking Express?

    Chungking Express is directed by Wong Kar-Wai and stars Brigitte Lin, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Faye Wong, Valerie Chow.

    What is the Metascore for Chungking Express?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Chungking Express is 78 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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