An Orphan on the Streets (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1949, An Orphan on the Streets is a drama film directed by Ming Zhao, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. San mao (3 hairs) was a very popular Chinese comic strip first published in 1935-37, continued from 1948 into the 1990s, about a young orphan boy struggling with life in Shanghai.
Who’s in it. An Orphan on the Streets stars Longji Wang as San Mao, Chou Mo, Chen Huang and Wang Yi.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, An Orphan on the Streets 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 An Orphan on the Streets page.
If you liked it. Fans of An Orphan on the Streets tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch An Orphan on the Streets (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for An Orphan on the Streets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is An Orphan on the Streets worth watching?
- An Orphan on the Streets holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in An Orphan on the Streets?
- An Orphan on the Streets stars Longji Wang, Chou Mo, Chen Huang and Wang Yi.
- When was An Orphan on the Streets released?
- An Orphan on the Streets was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.