Mr. Unbelievable (2015): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Mr. Unbelievable is a 2015 music comedy directed by Wang Guoshen, starring Chen Tian Wen as Eric Kwek Hock Seng, Genghis Chai and Zhang Wei. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $417,846 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Wang Guoshen
- Original language
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Chinese - Studio
- NB Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mr. Unbelievable About?
The premise of Mr. Unbelievable without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This film follows Eric Kwek Hock Seng, who aims to revitalize his Shifu's declining Getai business by incorporating English lyrics into traditional Chinese songs. Despite facing strong opposition from his Shifu and friends, Eric embarks on an extraordinary musical journey. Through many setbacks, he perseveres and eventually achieves a major success at the age of 50, demonstrating the importance of believing in one's aspirations regardless of age.
Mr. Unbelievable Cast & Characters
Chen Tian Wen leads the cast as Eric Kwek Hock Seng, with Genghis Chai as Baby Eric Kwek Hock Seng and Zhang Wei as Getai Show Organiser. Directed by Wang Guoshen; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wang Guoshen
- Chen Tian Wen as Eric Kwek Hock Seng
- Genghis Chai as Baby Eric Kwek Hock Seng
- Zhang Wei as Getai Show Organiser
- Li Feihui as Ah Fei
Also Starring in Mr. Unbelievable
· 16 more- Jaime Teo Ah Hua
- Tosh Zhang Lawrence
- Liu Ling Ling Man Li
- Marcus Chin Master Lo Wen
- Gadrick Chin Daniel
- Hayley Woo Omega Chui / Daniel's Daughter
- Daren Tan TV Male Lead
- Alaric Tay Taxi Passenger C
- Hong Huifang Samsui Woman
- Kelvin Mun Taxi Passenger B
- Chua Jin Sen Coffeeshop Kid
- Zhang Wenxiang Man Li's Boss / Coffeeshop Boss
- Jim Lim TV Director
- Fauzie Laily Taxi Passenger A
- Ezann Lee Young Samsui Woman
- Silver Ang Competition Host
More from Wang Guoshen
More films directed by Wang Guoshen: Number 2, Reunion Dinner and Number 1.
Mr. Unbelievable Plot Summary
What happens in Mr. Unbelievable from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Eric Kwek Hock Seng, a getai performer and taxi driver, is born on 9 August 1965—the day Singapore declares its independence and the nation begins to celebrate National Day together. He is abandoned as a baby in a basket with a flower and broccoli by his mother on Christmas Day, 25 December 1965. Aged and vulnerable, he is taken in by Master Lo Man to join Luo’s Family Singing and Dancing Ensemble (罗氏歌舞团), where his journey into the vibrant and demanding world of getai begins.
Full summary
The whole story of Mr. Unbelievable, scene by scene
Mr. Unbelievable Box Office
Mr. Unbelievable grossed $417,846 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$417.8K
- International
- $417.8K
Mr. Unbelievable Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 2 trailers and 2 clips.
- Trailer Mr Unbelievable Malaysia Official Trailer
- Clip MR UNBELIEVABLE: The UNBELIEVABLE Hokkien Vocab You Didn't Know!
- Clip MR UNBELIEVABLE OST : "老子今年五十岁" I'm 50 years old
How Well Do You Know Mr. Unbelievable?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the full name of the main character?
Mr. Unbelievable Also Known As
Also known as “不可思议先生”.
- Also known as
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- 不可思议先生
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Mr. Unbelievable FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Mr. Unbelievable, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mr. Unbelievable?
Mr. Unbelievable runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Mr. Unbelievable released?
Mr. Unbelievable was released on December 3, 2015.
Who directed Mr. Unbelievable?
Mr. Unbelievable was directed by Wang Guoshen.
More films by Wang Guoshen Who is in the cast of Mr. Unbelievable?
Mr. Unbelievable stars Chen Tian Wen as Eric Kwek Hock Seng, Genghis Chai as Baby Eric Kwek Hock Seng and Zhang Wei as Getai Show Organiser, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Mr. Unbelievable make at the box office?
Mr. Unbelievable grossed $417,846 worldwide.
Does Mr. Unbelievable have a post-credit scene?
No. Mr. Unbelievable has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Mr. Unbelievable in?
The original language of Mr. Unbelievable is Chinese.
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