Dear Ex
2018, Chinese. Directed by Mag Hsu & Hsu Chih-yen.
Is hate easier to heal than love?
When Sanlian's ex-husband passes away, she discovers he has altered his insurance policy, cutting out their son in favor of a stranger named Jay.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Dear Ex
Dear Ex is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mag HsuDirector
- Hsu Chih-yenDirector
- Hsieh Ying-shiuanLiu Sanlian
- Roy ChiuJay
- Joseph HuangSong Chengxi
- Spark ChenSong Zhengyuan
- Ai-Lun KaoJay's Mother
- One-FangConsultant
- Danny LiangStage Manager Allen
- Yang Li-yinSanlian's Sister
- Chung Hsin-lingRadio Voice (voice)
- Ting-Chien WuDirector
- Clover KaoActress Lin Wenru
- Tai Ping-yaStage Actress
Details
- Released
- 2 November 2018
- Original title
- 誰先愛上他的
- Country
- Hong Kong, Taiwan
- Written by
- Mag Hsu, Lu Shih-yuan
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Dear Ex: quick answers
Is Dear Ex worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 171 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dear Ex?
Dear Ex runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Dear Ex have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dear Ex. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dear Ex parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dear Ex is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Dear Ex on?
Dear Ex is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dear Ex?
If you liked Dear Ex, try The Opposite of Sex, This Is Where I Leave You, Grandma.
Who directed Dear Ex?
Dear Ex (2018) was directed by Mag Hsu and Hsu Chih-yen and stars Hsieh Ying-shiuan, Roy Chiu, Joseph Huang.