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A Simple Life

7.520121h 58mMovieDrama

After suffering a stroke, an altruistic maid announces that she wants to quit her job and move into an old people's home.

DirectorAnn Hui
WritersSusan Chan Suk-Yin·Roger Lee
ProducersRoger Lee·Andy Lau

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 11 other countries

A Simple Life isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Austria, France, Germany, Hong Kong SAR China and 7 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Ann Hui

ALAndy Lau
Andy Lau
Roger Leung
DIDeanie Ip
Deanie Ip
Ah Tao
QHQin Hailu
Qin Hailu
Ms. Choi
WFWang Fuli
Wang Fuli
Roger's Mother
PPPaul Chun Pui
Paul Chun Pui
Uncle Kin
LTLeung Tin
Leung Tin
Head Master
WMWendy Yu Man-Si
Wendy Yu Man-Si
Sharon
EYEman Lam Yi-Man
Eman Lam Yi-Man
Carmen
EMElena Kong Mei-Yee
Elena Kong Mei-Yee
Aunt Kam's Daughter
JCJason Chan Chi-San
Jason Chan Chi-San
Jason
HSHui So-Ying
Hui So-Ying
Mui Gu
ACAnthony Wong Chau-Sang
Anthony Wong Chau-Sang
Grasshopper

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A Simple Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Simple Life?

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Is A Simple Life on Netflix?

No, A Simple Life is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is A Simple Life on Amazon Prime Video?

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A Simple Life isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.