Year of the Dragon
1985, English. Directed by Michael Cimino.
It isn't the Bronx or Brooklyn, it isn't even New York. It's Chinatown... and it's about to explode.
In New York, racist Capt. Stanley White becomes obsessed with destroying a Chinese-American drug ring run by Joey Tai, an up-and-coming young gangster as ambitious as he is ruthless. While pursuing an unauthorized investigation, White grows increasingly willing to violate police protocol, resorting to progressively violent measures -- even as his concerned wife, Connie, and his superiors beg him to consider the consequences of his actions.
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 521 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Year of the Dragon
Year of the Dragon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 16 August 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Oliver Stone, Michael Cimino
- Budget
- $24M
- Box office
- $19M
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Year of the Dragon: quick answers
Is Year of the Dragon worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 521 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Year of the Dragon?
Year of the Dragon runs 134 minutes (2h 14m).
Does Year of the Dragon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Year of the Dragon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Year of the Dragon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Year of the Dragon is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Year of the Dragon on?
Year of the Dragon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Year of the Dragon?
If you liked Year of the Dragon, try Homicide, To Live and Die in L.A., Shakedown.
Who directed Year of the Dragon?
Year of the Dragon (1985) was directed by Michael Cimino and stars Mickey Rourke, John Lone, Ariane.