Black Coal, Thin Ice
Two former cops start investigating the series of murders that tanked their careers when the killings begin again.
Where to watch Black Coal, Thin Ice in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Black Coal, Thin Ice there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Black Coal, Thin Ice streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Hi-YAH Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Amasian TV | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
About Black Coal, Thin Ice
Black Coal, Thin Ice is a 2014 Chinese-language drama, crime and mystery film directed by Diao Yinan. The cast is led by Liao Fan, Gwei Lun-Mei, Wang Xuebing. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hi-YAH Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Amasian TV.
Black Coal, Thin Ice was produced by Omnijoi Media 幸福蓝海影视文化, Boneyard Entertainment China, and China Film Group Corporation and made in China. It was released on June 11, 2014.
- Director
- Diao Yinan
- Writers
- Diao Yinan
- Release date
- June 11, 2014
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- China
- Production
- Omnijoi Media 幸福蓝海影视文化, Boneyard Entertainment China, China Film Group Corporation
Black Coal, Thin Ice cast & crew
Black Coal, Thin Ice was directed by Diao Yinan and written by Diao Yinan.
The cast features Liao Fan as Zhang Zili, Gwei Lun-Mei as Wu Zhizhen, Wang Xuebing as Liang Zhijun, Wang Jingchun as Rong Rong, Yu Ailei as Captain Wang, and Ni Jingyang as Su Lijuan.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Wen Zi, cinematography is by Dong Jinsong, and it was produced by Vivian Qu and Han Sanping.
Is Black Coal, Thin Ice worth watching?
Black Coal, Thin Ice holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 311 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 46m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, crime, and mystery, Black Coal, Thin Ice is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Black Coal, Thin Ice
In United States, you can stream Black Coal, Thin Ice on Hi-YAH Amazon Channel, Kanopy, and Amasian TV, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Black Coal, Thin Ice
Liao Fan
Zhang Zili
Gwei Lun-Mei
Wu Zhizhen
Wang Xuebing
Liang Zhijun
Wang Jingchun
Rong Rong
Yu Ailei
Captain Wang
Ni Jingyang
Su Lijuan
Wang Liang
Bus Thief
Black Coal, Thin Ice — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Black Coal, Thin Ice in United States?
Black Coal, Thin Ice is streaming on Hi-YAH Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Amasian TV in United States.
▸Is Black Coal, Thin Ice on Hi-YAH Amazon Channel?
Yes — Black Coal, Thin Ice is currently available on Hi-YAH Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Black Coal, Thin Ice in?
Black Coal, Thin Ice is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Black Coal, Thin Ice?
Black Coal, Thin Ice runs 1 hours 46 minutes (106 minutes).
▸What is Black Coal, Thin Ice rated?
It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 311 ratings.
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