Tropical Malady (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2004, Tropical Malady is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul, running about 114 minutes. “Love is a malady without a cure...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The passionate relationship between two men with unusual consequences. The film is divided in two parts. The first half charts the modest attraction between two men in the sunny, relaxing countryside and the second half charts the confusion and terror of an unknown menace lurking deep within the jungle shadows.
Who’s in it. Tropical Malady stars Banlop Lomnoi as Keng, Siriwej Jareornchon, Sakda Kaewbuadee as Tong and Huai Dessom, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Tropical Malady has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tropical Malady page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tropical Malady tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tropical Malady (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tropical Malady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tropical Malady worth watching?
- Tropical Malady holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tropical Malady?
- Tropical Malady stars Banlop Lomnoi, Siriwej Jareornchon, Sakda Kaewbuadee, Huai Dessom and Sirivech Jareonchon.
- When was Tropical Malady released?
- Tropical Malady was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.