The Watch (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1950, The Watch is a drama film directed by Zuolin Huang, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Homeless country boy Calf lives on the streets of Shanghai with his friends Big Cat and Little Mouse. One day, he steals an expensive watch from an elderly street vendor, a theft which leads to a physical confrontation with his friends and his subsequent arrest.
Who’s in it. The Watch stars Zhi Cheng, Chaoming Cui, Ni Dan and Hong Xia.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Watch has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Watch page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Watch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Watch (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Watch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Watch worth watching?
- The Watch holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Watch?
- The Watch stars Zhi Cheng, Chaoming Cui, Ni Dan and Hong Xia.
- When was The Watch released?
- The Watch was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.