Strawman
1987, Chinese. Directed by Wang Tung.
In 1940s Taiwan, during the last days of Japanese rule, an impoverished farming village is less concerned with colonial politics than with feeding their families. One day, an American bomb falls onto a field, where it lies unexploded.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Strawman
Strawman isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 January 1987.
No streaming listings yet. Search JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Wang TungDirector
- Yang Kuei-meiWide Mouth Wife
- Ko Chun-HsiungLandlord
- Mei Zhao-LinChen Shuixian
- Wen YingAh Fa's Wife
- Fanny Chang Chun-FangYueniang
- Po-Chou ChangChen Fa
- Cho Sheng-LiChen Kuozui
- Wu Ping-nanJapanese Policeman
- Ying YingMother
- Cheng Tung-ChuenLandlord's Son
- Li KunDirector of Japan Branch
- 方龍Chief of Village
Details
- Released
- 2 January 1987
- Original title
- 稻草人
- Country
- Taiwan
- Written by
- Wang Hsiao-Ti, Hung Sung
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Strawman
The Greatest Beer Run Ever
2022 · 7.5/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Secret of Santa Vittoria
1970 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Jacknife
1989 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Devils on the Doorstep
2001 · 8.2/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Gezhi Town
2025 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Waiting for Anya
2020 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Battle at Lake Changjin
2021 · 6.4/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
What Did You Do in the War, Daddy?
1966 · 5.9/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers
The New One-Armed Swordsman
1971 · 6.9/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Kill Team
2019 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Strawman: quick answers
Is Strawman worth watching?
Strawman doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Strawman?
Strawman runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Strawman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Strawman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Strawman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Strawman yet.
Which OTT platform is Strawman on?
Strawman isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 January 1987. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Strawman?
If you liked Strawman, try The Greatest Beer Run Ever, The Secret of Santa Vittoria, Jacknife.
Who directed Strawman?
Strawman (1987) was directed by Wang Tung and stars Yang Kuei-mei, Ko Chun-Hsiung, Mei Zhao-Lin.