Chinese Coffee (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2000, Chinese Coffee is a drama film directed by Al Pacino, running about 99 minutes. “There's a fine line between friendship and betrayal.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Harry Levine, an aging, unsuccessful Greenwich Village writer is fired from his job as restaurant doorman, he calls on friend and mentor Jake, ostensibly to collect a long-standing debt.
Who’s in it. Chinese Coffee stars Al Pacino as Harry Levine, Jerry Orbach as Jake Manheim, Susan Floyd as Joanna and Ellen McElduff as Mavis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Chinese Coffee 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 Chinese Coffee page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chinese Coffee tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chinese Coffee (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chinese Coffee change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chinese Coffee worth watching?
- Chinese Coffee holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chinese Coffee?
- Chinese Coffee stars Al Pacino, Jerry Orbach, Susan Floyd, Ellen McElduff and Michel Moinot.
- When was Chinese Coffee released?
- Chinese Coffee was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.