Joan Chen

Joan Chong Chen (born April 26, 1961) is a Chinese American actress, film director, screenwriter and film producer. She became famous in China for her performance in the 1979 film Little Flower and came to international attention for her performance in the 1987 Academy Award-winning film The Last Emperor. She is also known for her roles in Twin Peaks, Red Rose White Rose, Saving Face and The Home Song Stories, and for directing the feature film Xiu Xiu: The Sent Down Girl.

Joan Chen Movies

Discover the best Joan Chen movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Joan Chen ranked by year and score.

Remarkably Bright Creatures (2026)

Drama Mystery

Tova has spent her grief quietly, showing up to night shifts at a small-town aquarium the way people do when routine is the only thing holding them together. But something...

Score 8.5

Lust, Caution (2007)

Action Drama Romance

Shanghai, 1942. A young woman drawn into the resistance movement accepts a dangerous assignment: get close to a powerful collaborator working under Japanese occupation, close enough to destroy him. Ang...

Score 7.3

Joan Chen TV Shows

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Marco Polo (2014)

Action & Adventure Drama

When young Venetian trader Marco Polo finds himself stranded at the court of Kublai Khan in the 13th century, survival means learning to navigate a world built on shifting loyalties...

Score 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-rated movies starring Joan Chen? +

According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Joan Chen are Remarkably Bright Creatures, Lust, Caution, and Marco Polo.

How many movies and TV shows has Joan Chen starred in? +

Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 3 titles starring Joan Chen, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.

Are the movies starring Joan Chen worth watching? +

Yes! The overall filmography starring Joan Chen maintains a strong average user rating of 7.7 out of 10 across all tracked titles.