The Wasted Times
2016, Chinese. Directed by Cheng Er.
Shanghai gangsters grapple with lust and loyalty on the eve of war with Japan as they try to navigate an alliance with the enemy's army.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Wasted Times
The Wasted Times is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and OVID in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 16 December 2016
- Original title
- 罗曼蒂克消亡史
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Cheng Er
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $18M
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The Wasted Times: quick answers
Is The Wasted Times worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Wasted Times?
The Wasted Times runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does The Wasted Times have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Wasted Times. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Wasted Times parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Wasted Times is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Wasted Times on?
The Wasted Times is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and OVID in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Wasted Times?
If you liked The Wasted Times, try The Mask of Dimitrios, Miss Marple: They Do It with Mirrors, Murder in Three Acts.
Who directed The Wasted Times?
The Wasted Times (2016) was directed by Cheng Er and stars Ge You, Zhang Ziyi, Tadanobu Asano.