Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy (1970): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1970, Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy is a notable film directed by Xie Tieli.

What it’s about. Taking Tiger Mountain was the very first model film produced during the Chinese Cultural Revolution (1966-1976). Set during the civil war in 1946, it follows a detachment of the People's Liberation Army in Mandchuria as they are fighting a group of bandits hiding in the mountains. Based on a novel from the 50s, Taking Tiger Mountain was first a revolutionary opera before being made into film by director Xie Tieli.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Taking Tiger Mountain by Strategy page.