The Hole
1998, Chinese. Directed by Tsai Ming-liang.
A search for intimacy in a world of disaster.
In the final days of the year 1999, almost everyone in Taiwan has died from a strange plague that ravished the island. As rain pours down relentlessly, a single man is stuck with an unfinished plumbing job and a hole in his floor. This results in a very odd relationship with the woman who lives below him.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- NR
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Worth the Hype
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The Hole is streaming on OVID and Metrograph in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 September 1998
- Original title
- 洞
- Country
- Taiwan, France
- Written by
- Tsai Ming-liang, Pi-ying Yang
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The Hole: quick answers
Is The Hole worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hole?
The Hole runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Hole have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hole. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hole parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hole is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hole on?
The Hole is streaming on OVID and Metrograph in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hole?
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Who directed The Hole?
The Hole (1998) was directed by Tsai Ming-liang and stars Yang Kuei-mei, Lee Kang-sheng, Miao Tian.