The Island (2018)
▸ Worth a watch
The Island is streaming in Singapore on Mewatch.
The verdict
The Island holds up as a perfectly decent Chinese film, if not a remarkable one. It holds a 6.7/10 on TMDB from 103 ratings, right around average territory. It runs a manageable 134 minutes. In Singapore you can stream it on Mewatch.
Should you spend 2h 14m on it?
2h 14m of Chinese comedy with a drama streak. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 6.7/10 from 103 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want real stakes underneath the jokes
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
A cataclysmic event causes a man, who dreams of winning the lottery, to become stranded on an island with his co-workers.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 14m |
| Genre | Comedy / Drama |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Huang Bo
Cast
Huang Bo
Ma Jin
Shu Qi
Shan Shan
Wang Baoqiang
Xiao Wang
Zhang Yixing
Xiao Xing
Yu Hewei
Mr. Zhang
Wang Xun
Pan
Where to watch in Singapore
Mewatch
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Island worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.7/10 on audience ratings. 2h 14m of Chinese comedy with a drama streak. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
Where can I watch The Island?
You can stream The Island in Singapore on Mewatch.
When is The Island coming to streaming?
The Island is already streaming in Singapore on Mewatch.
What language is The Island in?
The Island is a Chinese film (Comedy / Drama).