The Blue and the Black (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1966, The Blue and the Black is a drama, war and romance film directed by Doe Ching, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. It's a powerful melodrama about a thwarted romance in 1930s Tientsin, China, during the Japanese occupation, and it stars Linda Lin Dai, one of the era's most popular stars. It was part of Golden Horse's 100 Greatest Chinese-Language Films.
Who’s in it. The Blue and the Black stars Linda Lin Dai as Tang Qi, Guan Shan as Zhang Xingya, Angela Yu Chien as Ji Hui-Ya and Wong Chung as Ji Zheng-Ya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Blue and the Black has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blue and the Black page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blue and the Black tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blue and the Black (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue and the Black change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blue and the Black worth watching?
- The Blue and the Black holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blue and the Black?
- The Blue and the Black stars Linda Lin Dai, Guan Shan, Angela Yu Chien, Wong Chung and Ou-Yang Sha-Fei.
- When was The Blue and the Black released?
- The Blue and the Black was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.