Chinese Roulette (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1976, Chinese Roulette is a thriller and drama film directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A husband and wife lie to each other about their weekend travel plans, only to both show up at the family's country house with their lovers.
Who’s in it. Chinese Roulette stars Anna Karina as Irene Cartis, Margit Carstensen as Ariane Christ, Brigitte Mira as Kast and Ulli Lommel as Kolbe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Chinese Roulette has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chinese Roulette page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chinese Roulette tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chinese Roulette (1976)?
- In US, Chinese Roulette is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Chinese Roulette worth watching?
- Chinese Roulette holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Chinese Roulette?
- Chinese Roulette stars Anna Karina, Margit Carstensen, Brigitte Mira, Ulli Lommel and Alexander Allerson.
- When was Chinese Roulette released?
- Chinese Roulette was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.