Dong Cunrui (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1955, Dong Cunrui is a drama and war film directed by Guo Wei, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. This war film tells the story of a martyr who gave his life in order to save his comrades. It pays tribute to Dong at the same time as it glorifies the communist revolution and provides a model hero for the audience to emulate.
Who’s in it. Dong Cunrui stars Zhang Liang as 董存瑞, Ying Zhang as Company commander Zhao, Qitian Yang as Zhenbiao Zhi and Qian Zhang as Jie Dong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Dong Cunrui has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dong Cunrui page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dong Cunrui tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dong Cunrui (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dong Cunrui change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dong Cunrui worth watching?
- Dong Cunrui holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dong Cunrui?
- Dong Cunrui stars Zhang Liang, Ying Zhang, Qitian Yang, Qian Zhang and Diao Zhou.
- When was Dong Cunrui released?
- Dong Cunrui was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.