We are the world (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, We are the world is a drama and history film directed by He Ping.
What it’s about. In 1940, the desert areas of northwest China suffered from a famine year, and the people of all ethnic groups prayed for rain and no results. In desperation, a foreign priest came, and the rain fell, many people became God believers. It is possible to continue in the wild, and people are leaving their homes, and the pastor has left. A shepherd boy has witnessed all this. 40 years later, the young man is a white-haired horse county magistrate (Wang Gang). He has a lot of difficulties in building water conservancy. At this time, news of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization preparing to help the poor areas came. Six years later, United Nations official Berman came to inspect. He found that the county magistrate had a breach of contract and the county magistrate was dismissed. Ma County magistrate died on the way back to the village. Bellman has mixed feelings.
Who’s in it. We are the world stars Wang Gang, Zhang Shuangli, Zhang Jianmin and Liu Ruolei.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch We are the world page.
If you liked it. Fans of We are the world tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch We are the world (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for We are the world change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in We are the world?
- We are the world stars Wang Gang, Zhang Shuangli, Zhang Jianmin and Liu Ruolei.
- When was We are the world released?
- We are the world was released in 1988.