Ta'ang (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.2

Released in 2016, Ta'ang is a documentary film directed by Wang Bing, running about 148 minutes.
What it’s about. The Ta'ang or Palaung people, an ethnic minority living in the mountainous area between Myanmar's Kokang region and China's Yunnan province, have historically suffered many forced migrations due to war. When their survival is threatened again in 2015, thousands of them flee across the border. Filmmaker Wang Bing accompanies them and becomes a privileged witness to a human story that is both a modern reportage and a mythical epic.
Who’s in it. Ta'ang stars Jin Xiaoda as Herself - Ta'ang Refugee and Jin Xiaoman as Herself - Ta'ang Refugee.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Ta'ang has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ta'ang page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ta'ang tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ta'ang (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ta'ang change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ta'ang worth watching?
- Ta'ang holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ta'ang?
- Ta'ang stars Jin Xiaoda and Jin Xiaoman.
- When was Ta'ang released?
- Ta'ang was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.
