Life on a String (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1991, Life on a String is a drama film directed by Chen Kaige, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. A blind man's master told him that after he has broken 1000 strings on his Banjo, he can open the Banjo to get a script for his eyes. After 60 years he broke the 1000th string.
Who’s in it. Life on a String stars Liu Zhong Yuan as Old Master, Xu Qing as Lanxiu, Huang Lei as Shitou and Ma Ling as Noodle Stall Owner's Wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Life on a String 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 Life on a String page.
If you liked it. Fans of Life on a String tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Life on a String (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Life on a String change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Life on a String worth watching?
- Life on a String holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Life on a String?
- Life on a String stars Liu Zhong Yuan, Xu Qing, Huang Lei, Ma Ling and Erga Yao.
- When was Life on a String released?
- Life on a String was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.