Hibiscus Town (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1987, Hibiscus Town is a drama, romance and history film directed by Xie Jin, running about 164 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a novel by the same name written by Gu Hua, a melodrama about the life and travails of a young woman who lives through the turmoil of the Cultural Revolution.
Who’s in it. Hibiscus Town stars Liu Xiaoqing as 胡玉音, Jiang Wen as 秦书田, Zaishi Zheng as 谷燕山 and Shibin Zhu as 王秋赦, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Hibiscus Town has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hibiscus Town page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hibiscus Town tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hibiscus Town (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hibiscus Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hibiscus Town worth watching?
- Hibiscus Town holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hibiscus Town?
- Hibiscus Town stars Liu Xiaoqing, Jiang Wen, Zaishi Zheng, Shibin Zhu and Liu Li-Nian.
- When was Hibiscus Town released?
- Hibiscus Town was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 164 minutes.