Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- sincere
- gentle
- intimate
- quiet evening
- family movie night
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Xiao Ma is identified as deaf-mute, making communication between him and Mumu a defining dramatic concern.
The premise explicitly centers on Xiao Ma and his daughter Mumu.
Xiao Ma’s deafness and muteness are foundational to the film’s characterization and family story.
The short premise presents a character-centered father-daughter drama rather than an action-driven or fantastical narrative.
Films like Mumu, and why
CODA
Shared focus on deafness, family relationships, nonverbal communication, and emotionally sincere drama.
A Silent Voice
Shared interest in disability, communication barriers, family bonds, and poignant coming-of-age emotion.
The Sound of Metal
Shared emphasis on deafness, intimate human connection, and serious character-centered drama.
Movie Details
- Director
- Mo Sha
- Release Date
- 2025-03-29
- Runtime
- 111 min
- Rating
- 8.5 / 10 (12)
Cast
- Zhang Yixing
- Li Luo'an
- Huang Yao
- Vivienne Tien
- Zhang Ruonan
- Yuan Wenkang
- Ai Liya
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Mumu about?
- A tender Chinese family drama about a deaf-mute father and the daughter whose bond must reach beyond spoken language.
- What is Mumu like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Mumu as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Mumu violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Mumu.
- Which films are like Mumu?
- Films with a similar feel include CODA, A Silent Voice, and The Sound of Metal.
- How long is Mumu?
- Mumu runs 111 minutes.
- Where can I watch Mumu?
- In United States, Mumu streams on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
