The Joy Luck Club movie poster

The Joy Luck Club

"Between every mother and daughter there is a story that must be told."

September 8, 1993 2h 19m 7.1/10 (155 votes)

Originally released in 1993. The Joy Luck Club is a drama film. directed by Wayne Wang. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Ming-Na Wen, Lauren Tom, and Tamlyn Tomita

Synopsis

Through a series of flashbacks, four Chinese women born in America and their respective mothers born in feudal China explore their pasts.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 8, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 2h 19m 139 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (155 votes)
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Budget $11M Production budget
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Box Office $32.9M 3.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$11,000,000
Revenue
$32,861,136

Production Companies

  • Hollywood Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Joy Luck Club about?

Through a series of flashbacks, four Chinese women born in America and their respective mothers born in feudal China explore their pasts.

Who directed The Joy Luck Club?

The Joy Luck Club was directed by Wayne Wang.

How long is The Joy Luck Club?

The Joy Luck Club has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).

When was The Joy Luck Club released?

The Joy Luck Club was released on September 8, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Joy Luck Club?

The main cast of The Joy Luck Club includes Ming-Na Wen, Lauren Tom, Tamlyn Tomita, Rosalind Chao, Kieu Chinh.

Is The Joy Luck Club worth watching?

The Joy Luck Club has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 155 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.