In China They Eat Dogs (1999)
Kernel Score: 82% · 289 ratings
Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime
Released: 1999-09-10
Runtime: 91 minutes
Where to watch In China They Eat Dogs
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Arvid is an ordinary bank clerk who lives a rather unassuming life with his dear girlfriend. But his life is turned completely upside down when he bravely manages to avert a robbery against the bank where he works.
In China They Eat Dogs parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that In China They Eat Dogs is a Danish dark comedy involving a bank robbery and criminal chaos.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes a bank robbery, explosives, and dark comedic crime violence.
- Language: Some — Dark comedy crime genre typically includes crude and profane language.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Lasse Spang Olsen
Cast
- Kim Bodnia as Harald
- Dejan Čukić as Arvid
- Nikolaj Lie Kaas as Martin
- Tomas Villum Jensen as Peter
- Peter Gantzler as Franz
- Trine Dyrholm as Hanne
- Line Kruse as Astrid
- Brian Patterson as Vuk
- Søren Sætter-Lassen as Henning
- Lester Wiese as Richard
In China They Eat Dogs FAQ
Is In China They Eat Dogs good?
In China They Eat Dogs has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 289 audience ratings.
Where can I watch In China They Eat Dogs?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video.
Is In China They Eat Dogs OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that In China They Eat Dogs is a Danish dark comedy involving a bank robbery and criminal chaos.
What movies are like In China They Eat Dogs?
If you liked In China They Eat Dogs, try Flickering Lights, The Heist of the Century, The Night Caller and The Getaway.