The Poet (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2021, The Poet is a drama and romance film directed by Hao Lui, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. A poet working in a mine and his doting wife dream of a better future, but on a visit to the mine, a famed poet exerts a subtle effect on the couple. This drama eloquently depicts the love-hate relationship between people in changing times.
Who’s in it. The Poet stars Song Jia, Yawen Zhu, Zhang Yao and Zhou Lijing, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Poet 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 Poet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Poet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Poet (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Poet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Poet worth watching?
- The Poet holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Poet?
- The Poet stars Song Jia, Yawen Zhu, Zhang Yao, Zhou Lijing and Jiabin Zheng.
- When was The Poet released?
- The Poet was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.