Where to watch Taipei Story

What it's about

Lung, a former member of the national Little League team and now operator of an old-style fabric business, is never able to shake a longing for his past glory. One day, he runs into a forme teammate who is now a struggling cab driver. The two talk about old times and they are struck by a sense of loss. Lung is living with his old childhood sweetheart Ah-chin, a westernized professional woman who grew up in a traditional family. Although they live together, Ah-chin is always weary of Lung's past liason with another girl. After an argument, Ah-chin tris to find solace by hanging out with her sister's friends, a group of westernized, hedonistic youths.

Cast and crew

Director

Edward Yang

Writer

T'ien-wen Chu, Hsiao-Hsien Hou, Edward Yang

Starring

Chin Tsai, Hsiao-Hsien Hou, I-Chen Ko

Details

Language

Min Nan, Mandarin, Hokkien

Country

Taiwan

Box office

$12,897

Awards

3 nominations total

Where to watch Taipei Story — common questions

Where to watch Taipei Story?

You can watch the movie Taipei Story on The Criterion Channel in the United States. You can also rent or buy it on Prime Video, Fandango at Home, and Apple TV Store.

Where can I watch Taipei Story?

You can watch the movie Taipei Story on The Criterion Channel in the United States. You can also rent or buy it on Prime Video, Fandango at Home, and Apple TV Store.

Where can I stream the movie Taipei Story (1985)?

Taipei Story is streaming on The Criterion Channel in the United States.

Can I watch Taipei Story for free?

Taipei Story is included with a subscription on The Criterion Channel. We have not confirmed a free source in the United States.

Is Taipei Story on The Criterion Channel?

Yes. You can watch Taipei Story on The Criterion Channel in the United States.