Nian (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2021, Nian is a fantasy and drama film directed by Lulu Wang, running about 12 minutes. “Shot on iPhone 12 Pro Max” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Chinese New Year legend reimagined as a contemporary coming-of-age story.
Who’s in it. Nian stars En You Yang as Ting (6-yr-o), Dan Yang Song as Ting (10-yr-o), Zhuo Hang Li as Ting (12-yr-o) and Chang Chao Xu as Nian, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Nian 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 Nian page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nian tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nian (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nian worth watching?
- Nian holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nian?
- Nian stars En You Yang, Dan Yang Song, Zhuo Hang Li, Chang Chao Xu and Lin Dong.
- When was Nian released?
- Nian was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.