Cast: Vivian Wu

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Vivian Wu. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


The Last Emperor

1987 · Movie · 156 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Bernardo Bertolucci

Cast John Lone · Peter O'Toole · Joan Chen · Ruocheng Ying

Synopsis The Last Emperor (1987) chronicles the authentic narrative of Pu Yi, the final ruler of a China that underwent profound transformations throughout his existence. Ascending to the throne at the tender age of three, Pu Yi is surrounded by a...

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7.2

49K votes

7.2

49K votes

The Pillow Book

1996 · Movie · 126 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Peter Greenaway

Cast Vivian Wu · Ken Ogata · Ewan McGregor · Yoshi Oida

Synopsis The Pillow Book (1996) follows the life of Nagiko, a Japanese woman whose early years are marked by her father's unique artistry, painting characters on her face, and her aunt's storytelling from "The Pillow Book," a 10th-century diary. As Nagiko...

6.9

2K votes

6.9

2K votes

Chinaman

2005 · Movie · 88 min. · Denmark

Direction Henrik Ruben Genz

Cast Bjarne Henriksen · Vivian Wu · Lin Kun Wu · Paw Henriksen

Synopsis Chinaman (2005) follows the story of Keld, a Danish plumber who is overweight and uninspired, living a solitary life. His wife, feeling bored and frustrated, decides to leave him, prompting Keld to seek solace in the family-run Chinese take-out restaurant...

6.8

88 votes

6.8

88 votes

Dead Pigs

2018 · Movie · 130 min. · China

Direction Cathy Yan

Cast Vivian Wu · Yang Haoyu · Mason Lee · Vivien Li

Synopsis Dead Pigs (2018) follows the intertwining stories of a clumsy pig farmer, a spirited salon proprietor, a compassionate busboy, a foreign architect, and a disillusioned wealthy young woman. Their lives become entangled as a peculiar and unsettling event unfolds: a...

6.4

54 votes

6.4

54 votes

Dinner Rush

2000 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Bob Giraldi

Cast Danny Aiello · Edoardo Ballerini · John Rothman · Vivian Wu

Synopsis Dinner Rush (2000) unfolds over a chaotic night at a bustling Italian eatery in New York, helmed by Louis Cropa, who doubles as a bookmaker. The evening's patrons include a local police detective and his spouse, personally invited by Cropa;...

6.4

30 votes

6.4

30 votes

The Afterparty 2

2023 · Series · 35 min. · United States

Direction Eric Appel · Anu Valia · Christopher Miller · Tamra Davis

Cast Tiffany Haddish · Sam Richardson · Zoe Chao · John Cho

Synopsis The Afterparty 2 (2023) is a TV series that continues the story from its predecessor, focusing on the events that unfold the day after a wedding. This second season, consisting of 10 episodes, delves into the unique perspectives of each...

6.4

217 votes

6.4

217 votes

Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

2011 · Movie · 104 min. · China

Direction Wayne Wang

Cast Li Bingbing · Jun Ji-hyun · Vivian Wu · Hugh Jackman

Synopsis Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (2011) unfolds in the 19th century in rural China, focusing on the enduring bond between two young girls, Lily and Snow Flower. In a society where women face strict cultural expectations, the pair creates...

6.0

202 votes

6.0

202 votes

8½ Women

1999 · Movie · 120 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Peter Greenaway

Cast John Standing · Matthew Delamere · Vivian Wu · Toni Collette

Synopsis 8½ Women (1999) follows the story of Philip Emmenthal, a 55-year-old businessman who, after the loss of his wife, finds himself in a unique situation. Encouraged by his son Storey, a playboy, Philip fills his Geneva villa with eight and...

5.8

284 votes

5.8

284 votes

Away (TV Series)

2020 · Series · 50 min. · United States

Direction Andrew Hinderaker · Bronwen Hughes · Edward Zwick · David Boyd

Cast Hilary Swank · Josh Charles · Ato Essandoh · Talitha Bateman

Synopsis Away (TV Series) (2020) follows the gripping journey of American astronaut Emma Green, portrayed by Hilary Swank, as she grapples with the emotional turmoil of departing from her husband, played by Josh Charles, and her teenage daughter, Talitha Bateman, to...

5.7

2K votes

5.7

2K votes

A Bright Shining Lie (TV)

1998 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Terry George

Cast Bill Paxton · Amy Madigan · Bo Eason · Vivian Wu

Synopsis A Bright Shining Lie (TV) (1998) chronicles the compelling true story of Army officer John Paul Vann. The narrative delves into Vann's professional achievements, which brought him a sense of purpose and success that he struggled to find in his...

5.6

71 votes

5.6

71 votes

The Founding of a Republic

2009 · Movie · 135 min. · China

Direction Han Sanping · Huang Jianxin

Cast Tang Guoqiang · Zhang Guoli · Vivian Wu · Summer Xu

Synopsis The Founding of a Republic (2009) is a grand political epic marking the 60th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. The narrative commences in 1945 and delves into the tumultuous Chinese Civil War, culminating in the Kuomintang's withdrawal to...

5.6

121 votes

5.6

121 votes

Direction John Herzfeld

Cast Bruce Payne · Vivian Wu · Susan Tyrrell · Michael Ironside

Synopsis Tales from the Crypt: Comes the Dawn (TV) (1995) follows the journey of Colonel Parker and Sergeant Burrows, a pair of former soldiers with a questionable history, as they venture into the desolate Alaskan wilderness for an illicit hunting expedition....

5.4

26 votes

5.4

26 votes

In Harm's Way

2017 · Movie · 97 min. · China

Direction Bille August

Cast Emile Hirsch · Liu Yifei · Yu Shaoqun · Vincent Riotta

Synopsis In Harm's Way (2017) is set in December 1941, following the devastating Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which left the American public demoralized. In response, President Franklin Roosevelt made a bold decision to launch a daring bombing raid on Tokyo...

5.2

183 votes

5.2

183 votes

Direction Stuart Gillard

Cast Elias Koteas · Paige Turco · Stuart Wilson · Sab Shimono

Synopsis Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: Turtles in Time (1993) follows April O'Neil as she stumbles upon a mystical scepter, which transports her to feudal Japan. Meanwhile, a warrior from that era arrives in present-day New York City with the same...

4.2

6K votes

4.2

6K votes

The Guyver (Mutronics)

1991 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Screaming Mad George · Steve Wang

Cast Mark Hamill · Jack Armstrong · Greg Joung Paik · Jimmie Walker

Synopsis The Guyver (Mutronics) (1991) follows the journey of a young man who stumbles upon an advanced mechanical device that integrates with his body, transforming him into a powerful cyborg hero. As mysterious and menacing creatures begin to emerge, intent on...

3.6

281 votes

3.6

281 votes

Encrypt (TV)

2003 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Oscar L. Costo

Cast Grant Show · Vivian Wu · Steve Bacic · Matthew G. Taylor

Synopsis Encrypt (TV) (2003) is set in the year 2068, where the Earth's ozone layer has vanished, leading to catastrophic and uncontrollable storms that ravage the planet. A small band of military survivors stands as the last line of defense for...

3.5

50 votes

3.5

50 votes

Forever Young

1983 · Movie · China

Direction Huang Shuqin

Cast Kai Min Guo · Vivian Wu · Yan Liang · Ling Qin

Synopsis Forever Young (1983) follows the aspirations and dreams of young women attending a prestigious high school in Beijing during the pivotal year of 1952. The narrative delves into their personal journeys and collective hopes for the future of China, capturing...

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Slanted

2025 · Movie · 102 min. · United States

Direction Amy Wang

Cast Mckenna Grace · Elaine Hendrix · Maitreyi Ramakrishnan · Vivian Wu

Synopsis Slanted (2025) follows the journey of a Chinese-American high school student who, grappling with self-doubt and a desire to fit in, opts for a groundbreaking surgical procedure to alter her appearance. Driven by a longing for social validation and the...

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Not rated

Shadow of China

1989 · Movie · 131 min. · Japan

Direction Mitsuo Yanagimachi

Cast John Lone · Koichi Sato · Sammi Davis · Vivian Wu

Synopsis Shadow of China (1989) unfolds against the backdrop of Mao Zedong's Cultural Revolution, where Henry Wong, an idealistic anticommunist, escapes mainland China as a political refugee alongside his girlfriend, Moo-Ling. In Hong Kong, Henry reinvents himself as a wealthy and...

Not rated

Not rated

Knockout (AKA Knock Out)

2020 · Movie · 119 min. · China

Direction Roy Chow

Cast Han Geng · Vivian Wu · Cai Shu-Ling · Philip Keung

Synopsis Knockout (AKA Knock Out) (2020) follows the journey of a once-renowned boxing champion who, after serving time in prison, steps back into the boxing ring. Driven by a commitment to his daughter, he aims to honor a pledge he made...

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Not rated