Better Days (2019)
▸ Must watch
Better Days is streaming in Singapore on Mewatch.
The verdict
Better Days stood out as one of the better-rated Chinese films of its release window. It carries an 8.1/10 on TMDB across 582 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 135 minutes. In Singapore you can stream it on Mewatch.
Should you spend 2h 15m on it?
2h 15m of Chinese drama with a crime streak. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- Currently 8.1/10 from 582 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
A bullied teenage girl forms an unlikely friendship with a mysterious young man who protects her from her assailants, while she copes with the pressures of her final examinations.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 15m |
| Watch with family? | PG13 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Crime |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Derek Tsang Kwok-Cheung
Cast
Zhou Dongyu
Chen Nian
Jackson Yee
Xiao Bei
Yin Fang
Zheng Yi
Huang Jue
Lao Yang
Wu Yue
Chen Nian's Mother
Zhou Ye
Wei Lai
Where to watch in Singapore
Mewatch
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
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Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Better Days worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.1/10 on audience ratings. 2h 15m of Chinese drama with a crime streak. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Better Days?
You can stream Better Days in Singapore on Mewatch.
When is Better Days coming to streaming?
Better Days is already streaming in Singapore on Mewatch.
Is Better Days family friendly?
Better Days is rated PG13. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Better Days in?
Better Days is a Chinese film (Drama / Crime).