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M. Butterfly

6.619931h 41mRMovieRomanceDrama

In 1960s China, French diplomat Rene Gallimard falls in love with opera singer Song Liling – but Song is not at all who Gallimard thinks.

DirectorDavid Cronenberg
WriterDavid Henry Hwang
ProducersGabriella Martinelli·David Henry Hwang

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Not available in Philippines
Streaming in 33 other countries

M. Butterfly isn't on any streaming service in Philippines right now, but it's available in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bolivia and 29 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by David Cronenberg

JIJeremy Irons
Jeremy Irons
René Gallimard
JLJohn Lone
John Lone
Song Liling
BSBarbara Sukowa
Barbara Sukowa
Jeanne Gallimard
ALAnnabel Leventon
Annabel Leventon
Frau Baden
SHShizuko Hoshi
Shizuko Hoshi
Comrade Chin
IRIan Richardson
Ian Richardson
Ambassador Toulon
RMRichard McMillan
Richard McMillan
Embassy Colleague
VDVernon Dobtcheff
Vernon Dobtcheff
Agent Etancelin
DHDavid Hemblen
David Hemblen
Intelligence Officer #1
DADamir Andrei
Damir Andrei
Intelligence Officer #2
AP
Antony Parr
Intelligence Officer #3
MM
Margaret Ma
Song's Maid

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M. Butterfly — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams M. Butterfly?

M. Butterfly isn't on any streaming service in Philippines yet, but it's available in Argentina, Austria and Australia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is M. Butterfly on Netflix?

No, M. Butterfly is not on Netflix in Philippines as of November 2026.

Is M. Butterfly on Amazon Prime Video?

No, M. Butterfly isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now.

Where can I watch M. Butterfly for free?

M. Butterfly isn't streaming in Philippines yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is M. Butterfly based on a true story?

Yes — M. Butterfly is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).