Movie

This Is Not What I Expected

★ 6.8(61)20171h 46m

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Good to know

Director: Derek Hui Wang-Yu
Release date: 2017-04-28
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: Mandarin
Status: Released
Country: China
Studio: Alibaba Pictures Group

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About This Is Not What I Expected

This Is Not What I Expected is a 2017 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Derek Hui Wang-Yu, starring Takeshi Kaneshiro, Zhou Dongyu and Xi Mengyao. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 61 viewers. Below you can see where to watch This Is Not What I Expected in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Lu Jin is a handsome, wealthy hotel executive whose drive for perfection is matched only by his taste for fine cuisine. When he checks into the Rosebud, he's dissatisfied with everything he sees and is ready to take action... until flamboyant female sous chef Gu Shengnan creates the perfectionist what may be a perfect meal. Now, these bitter rivals find themselves brought together in the kitchen in this light-hearted romantic comedy, infused with fun and flavors to create a delicious dish that foodies around the world wouldn't dare to miss.

Cast

Takeshi Kaneshiro

Lu Jin

Zhou Dongyu

Gu Shengnan

Xi Mengyao

Xu Zhaodi

Tony Yang

Cheng Ziqian

Sun Yizhou

Meng Xinjie

Chang Kuo-Chu

Jin's Father

Lin Chi-ling

Lu Jin's Personal Chef

Gao Xiaosong

Gao Fushuai

Quan Tong

Chef Shuai

Yuan Zhong Yuan

Acquisition Representative

Zhang Xin Qi

Twin Waiters

Zhang Xin Yao

Twin Waiters

Themes & keywords

sous chefhotel owner

Frequently asked questions

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Is This Is Not What I Expected on Netflix?+

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How long is This Is Not What I Expected?+

This Is Not What I Expected has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in This Is Not What I Expected?+

This Is Not What I Expected stars Takeshi Kaneshiro, Zhou Dongyu, Xi Mengyao, Tony Yang and Sun Yizhou.

When did This Is Not What I Expected come out?+

This Is Not What I Expected is a 2017 movie directed by Derek Hui Wang-Yu.

What genre is This Is Not What I Expected?+

This Is Not What I Expected is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed This Is Not What I Expected?+

This Is Not What I Expected was directed by Derek Hui Wang-Yu.