Cast: Joan Chen
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Joan Chen. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 58
Twin Peaks - Pilot Episode
1990 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
Direction David Lynch
Cast Kyle MacLachlan · Michael Ontkean · Piper Laurie · Joan Chen
Synopsis Twin Peaks - Pilot Episode (1990) introduces the quiet town of Twin Peaks, Washington, which is abruptly disrupted by the grim discovery of the Homecoming Queen, Laura Palmer (Sheryl Lee), whose lifeless body is found on a riverbank, encased in...
8.1
29K votes
8.1
29K votes
Twin Peaks (TV Series)
1990 · Series · 45 min. · United States
Direction David Lynch · Mark Frost · Lesli Linka Glatter · Caleb Deschanel
Cast Kyle MacLachlan · Lara Flynn Boyle · Michael Ontkean · James Marshall
Synopsis Twin Peaks (TV Series) (1990) is a captivating mystery drama that aired from 1990 to 1991, spanning two seasons and 30 episodes. The narrative unfolds in the quaint town of Twin Peaks, Washington, where the lifeless body of a young...
7.9
47K votes
7.9
47K votes
Lust, Caution
2007 · Movie · 156 min. · Taiwan
Direction Ang Lee
Cast Tony Leung Chiu-Wai · Tang Wei · Joan Chen · Wang Leehom
Synopsis Lust, Caution (2007) is set in Shanghai, 1942, during the Japanese occupation of China in World War II. A sophisticated woman, known as Mrs. Mak, enters a café, makes a phone call, and waits, recalling her journey that started in...
7.2
8K votes
7.2
8K votes
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...
7.2
49K votes
7.2
49K votes
Direction Jia Zhangke
Cast Joan Chen · Lü Liping · Chen Jianbin · Zhao Tao
Synopsis 24 City (2008) unfolds in contemporary Chengdu, where the state-owned Factory 420 is closing its doors to pave the way for a lavish residential development known as "24 City." The narrative weaves together the lives of three generations and eight...
6.8
203 votes
6.8
203 votes
Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces
2014 · Movie · 92 min. · United States
Direction David Lynch
Cast Sheryl Lee · Kyle MacLachlan · Chris Isaak · Kiefer Sutherland
Synopsis Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces (2014) is a cinematic experience that delves into the enigmatic world of Twin Peaks before the events of the 1990 series and concurrently explores a parallel narrative to that of "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with...
6.8
911 votes
6.8
911 votes
Sheep Without a Shepherd
2019 · Movie · 112 min. · China
Direction Sam Quah
Cast Xiao Yang · Tan Zhuo · Joan Chen · Philip Keung
Synopsis Sheep Without a Shepherd (2019) follows the intense journey of a man who, in a desperate bid to protect his family, takes drastic actions when they become entangled in a web of criminal activity. After an unforeseen transgression, he navigates...
6.7
503 votes
6.7
503 votes
Sunflower (Xiang ri kui)
2005 · Movie · 129 min. · China
Direction Zhang Yang
Cast Joan Chen · Sun Haiying · Zifeng Liu · Ge Gao
Synopsis Sunflower (Xiang ri kui) (2005) chronicles the journey of a family through three decades of Chinese history. The narrative begins in 1976, the final year of the Cultural Revolution, as 9-year-old Xiangyang reunites with his father, a man he barely...
6.7
335 votes
6.7
335 votes
Secrets from Another Place: Creating 'Twin Peaks'
2007 · Documentary · 105 min. · United States
Direction Charles de Lauzirika
Cast Mark Frost · David J. Latt · Johanna Ray · Sheryl Lee
Synopsis Secrets from Another Place: Creating 'Twin Peaks' (2007) offers an in-depth look back at the iconic television series "Twin Peaks," delving into the creative process and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped the show. This retrospective documentary explores the entire series, from...
6.7
102 votes
6.7
102 votes
Marco Polo (TV Series)
2014 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction John Fusco · David Petrarca · Alik Sakharov · Joachim Rønning
Cast Lorenzo Richelmy · Chin Han · Darwin Shaw · Benedict Wong
Synopsis Marco Polo (TV Series) (2014) delves into a realm characterized by ambition, deceit, romantic entanglements, and competition. The series chronicles the renowned traveler's escapades within the imperial court of Kublai Khan during the 13th century in China.
6.6
2K votes
6.6
2K votes
Dìdi
2024 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
Direction Sean Wang
Cast Izaac Wang · Joan Chen · Shirley Chen · Chang Li-Hua
Synopsis Dìdi (2024) follows the journey of a 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy who finds himself drawn to the world of skating, where he learns the ropes of the sport and the art of flirting. Along the way, he uncovers a deeper...
6.5
477 votes
6.5
477 votes
Direction Xu Ang
Cast Bai Ju-Gang · Joan Chen · Feng Xiaogang · Eponine Huang
Synopsis Hachiko (2023) follows the heartwarming tale of a charming Chinese pastoral dog who captured the hearts of millions globally. Known as Batong, this adorable puppy crosses paths with Chen Jingxiu amidst a bustling crowd and quickly becomes an integral part...
6.3
47 votes
6.3
47 votes
Heaven & Earth
1993 · Movie · 140 min. · United States
Direction Oliver Stone
Cast Hiep Thi Le · Tommy Lee Jones · Joan Chen · Haing S. Ngor
Synopsis Heaven & Earth (1993) delves into the profound impact of the Vietnam War on the local populace, as Oliver Stone concludes his trilogy by shifting the narrative lens away from American soldiers. The film chronicles the extraordinary life of Phung...
6.3
3K votes
6.3
3K votes
Saving Face
2004 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction Alice Wu
Cast Joan Chen · Michelle Krusiec · Lynn Chen · Jessica Hecht
Synopsis Saving Face (2004) follows Wilhelmina "Wil" Pang, a 28-year-old New York surgeon, as she navigates the complexities of her dual life. Each week, she travels from her professional life in Manhattan to her traditional Chinese family in Flushing, Queens. Wil's...
6.3
753 votes
6.3
753 votes
Mao's Last Dancer
2009 · Movie · 117 min. · Australia
Direction Bruce Beresford
Cast Bruce Greenwood · Kyle MacLachlan · Amanda Schull · Joan Chen
Synopsis Mao's Last Dancer (2009) is a compelling drama inspired by the life story of Li Cunxin, as detailed in his autobiography. The narrative begins when Li, at just 11 years old, is discovered by Madame Mao's cultural envoys in a...
6.2
3K votes
6.2
3K votes
Tigertail
2020 · Movie · 91 min. · United States
Direction Alan Yang
Cast Christine Ko · Fiona Fu · Margot Bingham · Tzi Ma
Synopsis Tigertail (2020) follows the journey of a family spanning from the 1950s in Taiwan to contemporary New York City. The narrative weaves through the lives of multiple generations, exploring their struggles, triumphs, and the enduring bonds that connect them across...
6.2
288 votes
6.2
288 votes
Jasmine Women
2004 · Movie · 130 min. · China
Direction Yong Hou
Cast Zhang Ziyi · Joan Chen · Jiang Wen · Ye Liu
Synopsis Jasmine Women (2004) is a compelling narrative that spans three pivotal decades in Shanghai: the 1930s, 1960s, and 1980s. This film delves into the lives of a family across these generations, exploring the complexities and transformations they experience against the...
6.2
37 votes
6.2
37 votes
A Murder at the End of the World
2023 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction Zal Batmanglij · Brit Marling
Cast Emma Corrin · Clive Owen · Brit Marling · Harris Dickinson
Synopsis A Murder at the End of the World (2023) follows the journey of Darby Hart, a young and talented amateur sleuth, who is among nine guests invited by an enigmatic billionaire to a secluded and breathtaking retreat. When a fellow...
6.1
1K votes
6.1
1K votes
What's Cooking?
2000 · Movie · 109 min. · United States
Direction Gurinder Chadha
Cast Joan Chen · Mercedes Ruehl · Julianna Margulies · Kyra Sedgwick
6.0
325 votes
6.0
325 votes
Miami Vice (TV Series)
1984 · Series · 50 min. · United States
Direction Anthony Yerkovich · John Nicolella · Richard Compton · Leon Ichaso
Cast Don Johnson · Philip Michael Thomas · Edward James Olmos · Saundra Santiago
Synopsis Miami Vice (TV Series) (1984) aired from 1984 to 1990, spanning 5 seasons and 111 episodes. This groundbreaking television show delved into the gritty world of the Miami Metro-Dade police department's "Vice" unit, chronicling their relentless struggle against the city's...
6.0
26K votes
6.0
26K votes