Chan Is Missing (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1982, Chan Is Missing is a comedy, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Wayne Wang, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. Two cabbies search San Francisco's Chinatown for a mysterious character who has disappeared with their $4000. Their quest leads them on a humorous, if mundane, journey which illuminates the many problems experienced by Chinese-Americans trying to assimilate into contemporary American society.
Who’s in it. Chan Is Missing stars Wood Moy as Jo, Marc Hayashi as Steve, Laureen Chew as Amy and Peter Wang as Henry the Cook, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Chan Is Missing 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 Chan Is Missing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chan Is Missing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chan Is Missing (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chan Is Missing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chan Is Missing worth watching?
- Chan Is Missing holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chan Is Missing?
- Chan Is Missing stars Wood Moy, Marc Hayashi, Laureen Chew, Peter Wang and Presco Tabios.
- When was Chan Is Missing released?
- Chan Is Missing was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.