Sunday in Peking (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1956, Sunday in Peking is a documentary film directed by Chris Marker, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. Director Chris Marker begins by recounting his childhood dream of visiting the city of Peking - a city he was once only able to admire in books. The viewer is taken on a journey through this city, as if experiencing it from the mind and through the eyes of Marker. His thoughts and observations about the traditions, history, and banalities of everyday life in Peking are woven together in elegant fashion.
Who’s in it. Sunday in Peking stars Gilles Quéant as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Sunday in Peking has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sunday in Peking page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sunday in Peking (1956)?
- In US, Sunday in Peking is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sunday in Peking worth watching?
- Sunday in Peking holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sunday in Peking?
- Sunday in Peking stars Gilles Quéant.
- When was Sunday in Peking released?
- Sunday in Peking was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.