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Mother's Happiness (1926): cast, story & where to watch

1926 · Film

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Released in 1926, Mother's Happiness is a notable film directed by Shi Dongshan, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. A 1926 Chinese drama directed by Shi Dongshan and written by Zhu Shouju, starring Zhou Wenzhu as a devoted rural mother who reared 4 children by herself after her husband died from an accident. It is one of the earliest extant Chinese films, but a portion is still missing. Like most Chinese films from this period, it is a black-and-white silent film with both Chinese and English intertitles.

Who’s in it. Mother's Happiness stars Wenzhu Zhou, Cilong Wang, Yunqing Xie and Tang Tianxiu, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mother's Happiness page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mother's Happiness (1926)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mother's Happiness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Mother's Happiness?
Mother's Happiness stars Wenzhu Zhou, Cilong Wang, Yunqing Xie, Tang Tianxiu and Ma Shou-Hong.
When was Mother's Happiness released?
Mother's Happiness was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.