
Tai-Pan
Smuggler. Prince. Murderer. Father. Sinner. Saint.
The film begins following the British victory of the first Opium War and the seizure of Hong Kong. Although the island is largely uninhabited and the terrain unfriendly, it has a large port that both the British government and various trading companies believe will be useful for the import of merchandise to be traded on mainland China, a highly lucrative market.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Tai-Pan
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, History
- Release Date: 1986-11-07
- Runtime: 127 minutes
- Rating: 5.2/10 (31 votes)
- Budget: $25,000,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: DEG
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.9786
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Bryan Brown
as Dirk Struan

Joan Chen
as May-May

John Stanton
as Tyler Brock

Tim Guinee
as Culum Struan

Bill Leadbitter
as Gorth Brock

Kyra Sedgwick
as Tess Brock

Russell Wong
as Gordon Chen

Katy Behean
as Mary Sinclair

Janine Turner
as Shevaun Tillman

Norman Rodway
as Aristotle Quance
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Trailers & Clips
Tai-Pan — Trailer 1986 film — Stars Bryan Brown, Joan Chen, John Stanton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tai-Pan?▼
Tai-Pan is a Adventure, Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1986-11-07.
Who are the main actors in Tai-Pan?▼
The main cast includes Bryan Brown, Joan Chen, John Stanton, Tim Guinee, Bill Leadbitter, .
Where can I watch Tai-Pan online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Tai-Pan is available.
Is Tai-Pan based on a true story?▼
Smuggler. Prince. Murderer. Father. Sinner. Saint.
What is the IMDb rating of Tai-Pan?▼
Tai-Pan has an IMDb rating of 5.2/10 based on 31 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Tai-Pan?▼
The movie had a production budget of $25,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Tai-Pan?▼
The soundtrack was composed by DEG. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Tai-Pan filmed?▼
Tai-Pan was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Tai-Pan?▼
The total runtime of Tai-Pan is 127 minutes.
Is Tai-Pan suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Tai-Pan?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Tai-Pan.
Does Tai-Pan have a post-credit scene?▼
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