Golden Gate (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 4.1

Released in 1994, Golden Gate is a drama and crime film directed by John Madden, running about 91 minutes. “Some loves are meant to be. This one, not so much.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A brash 22-year-old FBI agent trumps up charges of Communist spying against a Chinese laundryman. Ten years later, he wants to make amends to the man and his teenage daughter.
Who’s in it. Golden Gate stars Matt Dillon as Agent Kevin David Walker, Joan Chen as Marilyn Song, Bruno Kirby as Agent Ron Pirelli and Teri Polo as Cynthia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Golden Gate has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Golden Gate page.
If you liked it. Fans of Golden Gate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Golden Gate (1994)?
- In US, Golden Gate is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Golden Gate worth watching?
- Golden Gate holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Golden Gate?
- Golden Gate stars Matt Dillon, Joan Chen, Bruno Kirby, Teri Polo and Cully Fredricksen.
- When was Golden Gate released?
- Golden Gate was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.