Taipei Story
1985, Chinese. Directed by Edward Yang.
A young woman urgently seeks to navigate the maze of contemporary Taipei and find a future. She hopes that her boyfriend Lung is the key to the future, but Lung is stuck in a past that combines baseball and traditional loyalty that leads him to squander his nest egg bailing her father out of financial trouble.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
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7.4/10 from 145 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 May 1985
- Original title
- 青梅竹馬
- Country
- Taiwan
- Written by
- Hou Hsiao-hsien, Chu Tien-wen, Edward Yang
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Taipei Story: quick answers
Is Taipei Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 145 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Taipei Story?
Taipei Story runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does Taipei Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Taipei Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Taipei Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Taipei Story yet.
Which OTT platform is Taipei Story on?
Taipei Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Taipei Story?
If you liked Taipei Story, try Tigertail, The Time to Live and the Time to Die, Mr. Church.
Who directed Taipei Story?
Taipei Story (1985) was directed by Edward Yang and stars Tsai Chin, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Wu Nien-jen.