The Rescue (2020)
▸ Worth a watch
The Rescue is streaming in Singapore on Disney Plus.
The verdict
The Rescue holds up as a perfectly decent Chinese film, if not a remarkable one. It carries a 7.1/10 on TMDB across 77 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 138 minutes. In Singapore you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Should you spend 2h 18m on it?
2h 18m of Chinese drama with thriller threaded through. Long enough that it wants your full attention rather than a second screen.
- Why
- 7.1/10 from 77 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An evening with no interruptions
Story
A rescue unit within the Chinese Coast Guard are forced to overcome their personal differences to resolve a crisis.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 18m |
| Genre | Drama / Thriller |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Dante Lam Chiu-yin
Cast
Eddie Peng Yu-Yan
Gao Qian
Wang Yanlin
Zhao Cheng
Xin Zhilei
Fang Yuling
Lyric Lan
Wen Shan
Wang Yutian
An Peng
Carlos Chan Ka-Lok
Lin Weiquan
Where to watch in Singapore
Disney Plus
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreApple TV Store
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Rescue worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 7.1/10 on audience ratings. 2h 18m of Chinese drama with thriller threaded through. Long enough that it wants your full attention rather than a second screen.
Where can I watch The Rescue?
You can stream The Rescue in Singapore on Disney Plus.
When is The Rescue coming to streaming?
The Rescue is already streaming in Singapore on Disney Plus.
What language is The Rescue in?
The Rescue is a Chinese film (Drama / Thriller).