Family (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1957, Family is a drama film directed by Chen Xihe, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the famous novel of the same name by well-known author Ba Jin, this movie traces the decline of a large, wealthy family in the early part of the twentieth century. The story focuses on three brothers and how they respond to the expectation that they will each marry women whom their grandfather has selected for them. The lure of family money on the one hand and modern individualism on the other plays out differently among the young men. Critics consider this movie an indictment against feudal ideas.
Who’s in it. Family stars Heling Wei as Eldest Master Gao, Jiang Rui as Master Gao, Zhi Cheng as Gao, Kean (Fourth Young Master) and Yun Dai as Mrs. Zhou (Fourth Wife), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Family 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 Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of Family tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family worth watching?
- Family holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Family?
- Family stars Heling Wei, Jiang Rui, Zhi Cheng, Yun Dai and Ji Ma.
- When was Family released?
- Family was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.