The Nightman Cometh (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film

The Nightman Cometh poster

Released in 2011, The Nightman Cometh is a drama, mystery, history and documentary film directed by Yang Fudong, running about 20 minutes.

What it’s about. Yejiang / The Nightman Cometh features a cast of strange figures who slip between historical eras. Strewn with symbols of past and future, civilisation and wilderness, dream and reality, the work is laden with filmic, artistic and literary meanings but surrenders to none. An ancient warrior is seen wounded and forlorn after battle, in conflict about his path in life. Yang dramatises the clash between the hero's social role or 'mask', and the more authentic face of his instincts and aspirations. For Yang, the visible world presented in this work is not an objective one but rather the externalisation of internal sentiments.

Who’s in it. The Nightman Cometh stars Zhou Linhao, Zhu Xiangda, Chen Tingting and Chen Xiaoping.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nightman Cometh page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Nightman Cometh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Nightman Cometh (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nightman Cometh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Nightman Cometh?
The Nightman Cometh stars Zhou Linhao, Zhu Xiangda, Chen Tingting and Chen Xiaoping.
When was The Nightman Cometh released?
The Nightman Cometh was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.