Zhou Yu's Train (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2002, Zhou Yu's Train is a drama and romance film directed by Sun Zhou, running about 97 minutes. “A woman torn between a man and a memory” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Zhou Yu, a ceramic artisan in China's rural Northwest, has a deep rapport with Chen Qing, a shy sensitive poet. Taking a long train ride every weekend just to make mad passionate love with him, her longing seems insatiable. Until one day, she meets the hedonistic vet Zhang Qiang and begins a torrid affair, which takes her to another train station, and another level of lust. Driven by the locomotive of love and desire, she hustles through a dark tunnel of no return.
Who’s in it. Zhou Yu's Train stars Sun Honglei as Zhang Qiang, Gong Li as Zhou Yu / Xiu, Tony Leung Ka-fai as Chen Qing and Zhang Heng.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Zhou Yu's Train 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 Zhou Yu's Train page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zhou Yu's Train tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zhou Yu's Train (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zhou Yu's Train change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Zhou Yu's Train worth watching?
- Zhou Yu's Train holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Zhou Yu's Train?
- Zhou Yu's Train stars Sun Honglei, Gong Li, Tony Leung Ka-fai and Zhang Heng.
- When was Zhou Yu's Train released?
- Zhou Yu's Train was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.