Three Times
2005, Chinese. Directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
In three separate segments, set respectively in 1966, 1911, and 2005, three love stories unfold between three sets of characters, under three different periods of Taiwanese history and governance.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 109 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 27 October 2005
- Original title
- 最好的時光
- Country
- Taiwan, France
- Written by
- Chu Tien-Wen, Hou Hsiao-hsien
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Three Times: quick answers
Is Three Times worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 109 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Three Times?
Three Times runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does Three Times have a post-credits scene?
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Three Times parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Three Times on?
Three Times isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 October 2005. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Three Times?
If you liked Three Times, try In the Mood for Love, Five Senses of Eros, The River.
Who directed Three Times?
Three Times (2005) was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien and stars Shu Qi, Chang Chen, Liao Su-jen.