Movie

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart

★ 5.9(13)19851h 27m

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart is streaming on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel and Strand Releasing Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Director: Wayne Wang
Release date: 1985-08-09
Runtime: 1h 27m
Language: Mandarin
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Project A Partnership

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart — trailer

About Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart is a 1985 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Wayne Wang, starring Laureen Chew, Kim Chew and Victor Wong. It has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

San Francisco's Richmond District. A widow welcomes the Chinese New Year. 62 years old, she wants to make a trip to China to pay last respects to her ancestors. A fortune teller has told her this is the year she'll die, and a daughter, Geraldine, remains unmarried. Geraldine's boyfriend lives in Los Angeles and she's not sure she's ready for marriage, nor does she want to leave her mother alone in her declining years. Mrs. Tan's cheerful brother-in-law, Uncle Tam, tries to help out.

Cast

Laureen Chew

Geraldine Tam

Kim Chew

Mrs. Tam

Victor Wong

Uncle Tam

Ida F.O. Chung

Auntie Mary

Cora Miao

Julia

John Nishio

Richard

Amy Hill

Amy Tam

Keith Choy

Kevin Tam

Joan Chen

Young M.J. Player

Mary Chew

Old m.j. player

Nora Lee

Old m.j. player

Rita Yee

Young m.j. player

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel and Strand Releasing Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart on Netflix?+

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel and Strand Releasing Amazon Channel.

How long is Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?+

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart has a runtime of 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

Who stars in Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?+

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart stars Laureen Chew, Kim Chew, Victor Wong, Ida F.O. Chung and Cora Miao.

When did Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart come out?+

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart is a 1985 movie directed by Wayne Wang.

What genre is Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?+

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart is Comedy film.

Who directed Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart?+

Dim Sum: A Little Bit of Heart was directed by Wayne Wang.