The Cradle (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, The Cradle is a drama film directed by Xie Jin, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. In the early period of China's War of Liberation the Yan'an Nursey which housed the children of the revolutionary fighters had to be evacuated. Li Nan, an army instructor, guides the group of children to the liberated area in the Taihang Mountains and their parents. Made to mark International Children's Year.
Who’s in it. The Cradle stars Zhang Yu, Ma Xiaoqing, 方超 and Zhang Yongshou, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cradle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cradle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cradle (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cradle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Cradle?
- The Cradle stars Zhang Yu, Ma Xiaoqing, 方超, Zhang Yongshou and Zhu Xijuan.
- When was The Cradle released?
- The Cradle was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.