Rickshaw Boy (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 8.7
Released in 1982, Rickshaw Boy is a drama film directed by Ling Zifeng, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. Xiang Zi is a rickshaw boy who has always had a desire to excel and a thirst for freedom. He married Hu Niu who died of dystocia later. After her death, another girl, Xiao Fuzi, falls in love with Xiang Zi but they are separated by poverty. Xiang Zi works very hard in order to change his life, only to find that Xiao Fuzi is dead just as he begins to be hopeful for their future. Finally, Xiang Zi, an unflinching man, surrenders to that dark society.
Who’s in it. Rickshaw Boy stars Guan Zongxiang, Siqin Gaowa as Hu Niu, Yan Bide as Fourth Master Liu and Zhang Fengyi as Xiang Zi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, Rickshaw Boy sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rickshaw Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rickshaw Boy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rickshaw Boy (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rickshaw Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rickshaw Boy worth watching?
- Rickshaw Boy holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rickshaw Boy?
- Rickshaw Boy stars Guan Zongxiang, Siqin Gaowa, Yan Bide, Zhang Fengyi and Xin Yin.
- When was Rickshaw Boy released?
- Rickshaw Boy was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.