The Abandoned (2023)
▸ Decent one-time watch
The Abandoned is streaming in Singapore on Netflix.
The verdict
The Abandoned neither embarrasses itself nor gives you much reason to recommend it. It carries a 6.3/10 on TMDB across 60 ratings — squarely mid-table. It clocks in at a standard 104 minutes. In Singapore you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 1h 44m on it?
1h 44m of Chinese drama, leaning mystery. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- At 6.3/10 from 60 ratings, audiences are split; the genre fit matters more than the score here.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
When a mysterious corpse is found in a river, a distressed police officer delves into a string of grisly murders as danger quickly approaches.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 44m |
| Watch with family? | NC16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Tseng Ying-ting
Cast
Ning Chang
Wu Jie
Ethan Juan
Lin You-sheng
Yu An-shun
Fan Chang-fu
Chloe Xiang
Cai Wei-shan
Chen Wei-min
Zeng De-hui
Simon Hsueh
Huang Dong-qi
Where to watch in Singapore
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Abandoned worth watching?
Decent one-time watch. It rates 6.3/10 on audience ratings. 1h 44m of Chinese drama, leaning mystery. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch The Abandoned?
You can stream The Abandoned in Singapore on Netflix.
When is The Abandoned coming to streaming?
The Abandoned is already streaming in Singapore on Netflix.
Is The Abandoned family friendly?
The Abandoned is rated NC16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is The Abandoned in?
The Abandoned is a Chinese film (Drama / Mystery).