The East Is Red (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1965, The East Is Red is a music film directed by Wang Ping, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the establishment of "New China" in 1949. Detailed in the musical are several key events in CPC history such as the Northern Expedition, the KMT-led Shanghai massacre of 1927, the Nanchang Uprising and formation of the People's Liberation Army, the Long March and the founding of the PRC on October 1, 1949.
Who’s in it. The East Is Red stars Wang Kun as Singer, Tseten Dolma as Singer, Hu Song Hua as Singer and Guo Lanying as Singer.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The East Is Red 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 The East Is Red page.
If you liked it. Fans of The East Is Red tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The East Is Red (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The East Is Red change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The East Is Red worth watching?
- The East Is Red holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The East Is Red?
- The East Is Red stars Wang Kun, Tseten Dolma, Hu Song Hua and Guo Lanying.
- When was The East Is Red released?
- The East Is Red was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.