A New Old Play (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2021, A New Old Play is a drama and history film directed by Qiu Jiongjiong, running about 179 minutes.
What it’s about. On a 1980s evening, the topmost clown-actor of the 20th century Sichuan opera, Qiu Fu passes away in an accident and half-unwillingly sets off for the Ghost City under the escort of two underworld officials. Along the way, he meets old friends. As they recall the past, a history of the living is conjured up.
Who’s in it. A New Old Play stars Yi Sicheng, Guan Nan, Qiu Zhimin and Xue Xuchun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, A New Old Play sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A New Old Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of A New Old Play tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A New Old Play (2021)?
- In US, A New Old Play is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A New Old Play worth watching?
- A New Old Play holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A New Old Play?
- A New Old Play stars Yi Sicheng, Guan Nan, Qiu Zhimin, Xue Xuchun and Tao Gu.
- When was A New Old Play released?
- A New Old Play was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 179 minutes.