2046 (2004)
Kernel Score: 82% · 1,047 ratings
Genres: Drama, Science Fiction, Romance
Released: 2004-10-20
Runtime: 128 minutes
Where to watch 2046
- Rent: Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Women enter and exit a science fiction author's life over the course of a few years after the author loses the woman he considers his one true love.
2046 parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that 2046 is a Wong Kar-wai romantic drama about a writer drifting through affairs with several women, involving prostitution, adultery, and heartbreak, told through a moody, adult lens.
- Violence & scariness: A little — A murder is referenced within the story but is not shown as graphic on-screen violence.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Multiple entangled romantic and sexual relationships are depicted or implied, including an extramarital affair and references to illegal prostitution.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Tony Leung Chiu-wai as Chow Mo-wan
- Gong Li as Black Spider
- Faye Wong as Wang Jing-wen / Android
- Takuya Kimura as Tak
- Zhang Ziyi as Bai Ling
- Dong Jie as Wang Jie-wen
- Carina Lau as Lulu / Mimi / Android
- Chang Chen as Mimi's Boyfriend
- Maggie Cheung as Su Li-zhen
- Thongchai McIntyre as Bird
2046 FAQ
Is 2046 good?
2046 has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,047 audience ratings.
Where can I watch 2046?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Google Play, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is 2046 OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that 2046 is a Wong Kar-wai romantic drama about a writer drifting through affairs with several women, involving prostitution, adultery, and heartbreak, told through a moody, adult lens.
What movies are like 2046?
If you liked 2046, try Her, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Mr. Nobody and In the Mood for Love.