The Donor (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2016, The Donor is a drama film directed by Zang Qiwu, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. On his moped, Yang Ba travels every day from the grubby apartment he shares with his wife and son to the ramshackle tyre workshop where he tries to earn a living for his family. But having a child of student age is expensive and Yang’s finances are put under even more pressure when the municipality plans to demolish his neighbourhood. His distress puts him in touch with Li Daguo, who is looking for a kidney for his desperately ill sister.
Who’s in it. The Donor stars Qi Dao as Li Daguo and Ni Dahong.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Donor 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 Donor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Donor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Donor (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Donor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Donor worth watching?
- The Donor holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Donor?
- The Donor stars Qi Dao and Ni Dahong.
- When was The Donor released?
- The Donor was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.