Taipei Story
青梅竹馬
A young woman urgently seeks to navigate the maze of contemporary Taipei and find a future. She hopes that her boyfriend Lung is the key to the future, but Lung is stuck in a past that combines baseball and traditional loyalty that leads him to squander his nest egg bailing her father out of financial trouble.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Taipei Story
Where can I watch Taipei Story in the United States?
Taipei Story is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Taipei Story for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Taipei Story needs a subscription to Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Taipei Story?
Taipei Story scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Taipei Story?
Taipei Story stars Tsai Chin, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Wu Nien-jen, Lin Hsiu-Ling, and Ko Su-yun. Edward Yang is the director.
How long is Taipei Story?
Taipei Story runs 2h (120 minutes).
When did Taipei Story come out?
Taipei Story was released on May 1, 1985.
Which studio made Taipei Story?
Taipei Story was produced by Evergreen Film Company in Taiwan.
What language is Taipei Story in?
Taipei Story is in Chinese, and its original title is 青梅竹馬.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.