Best Movies Guide: Why Bao Still Matters
A TMDB-backed guide to Bao, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

Bao (2018) — an evergreen reference for this movie: the essentials, the cast, where to watch and what to watch next.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Disney Plus. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Daniel Kailin as TV Son (voice); Sindy Lau as Mom (voice); Sharmaine Yeoh as (voice); Tim Zhang as Dad (voice)
About Bao
An aging Chinese mother suffering from empty nest syndrome gets another chance at motherhood when one of her dumplings springs to life as a lively, giggly dumpling boy.
More like Bao
- The Boxtrolls
- Sanjay's Super Team
- Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin
- The Breadwinner
- The Inseparables
- La luna
- Kubo and the Two Strings
- Get a Horse!
Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Bao?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Disney Plus. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of Bao?
Daniel Kailin as TV Son (voice); Sindy Lau as Mom (voice); Sharmaine Yeoh as (voice); Tim Zhang as Dad (voice)
Is this Bao guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



