Chinese Box
1997, English. Directed by Wayne Wang.
The story of Hong Kong, from New Year's Day to June 30th, 1997, when the British left their colony and turned it over to the People's Republic of China.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Chinese Box isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 November 1997.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 November 1997
- Country
- United States of America, France, Japan
- Written by
- Jean-Claude Carrière
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Chinese Box: quick answers
Is Chinese Box worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Chinese Box?
Chinese Box runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Chinese Box have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Chinese Box. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Chinese Box parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Chinese Box is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Chinese Box on?
Chinese Box isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 November 1997. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Chinese Box?
If you liked Chinese Box, try Maria's Lovers, Ashes in the Snow, On the Edge.
Who directed Chinese Box?
Chinese Box (1997) was directed by Wayne Wang and stars Jeremy Irons, Gong Li, Maggie Cheung Man-yuk.