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The Old Barber (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film

The Old Barber poster

Released in 2006, The Old Barber is a drama film directed by Hasi Chaolu.

What it’s about. “Uncle Jing” is an old man of ninety-three who has been a barber for more than 80 years. He quietly lives on his own in the old areas of Peking which he gradually sees disappearing. Despite his age, he daily rides his bicycle to go and meet his old clients he shaves and plays cards with, while recounting the latest news and common memories. Once back home, he is obsessed with the old clock he owns since his birth, which is always 5 minutes slow. His main hope is that everyone, including himself, could leave this world the way he entered: clean and pure. He knows he may die any moment and peacefully gets ready with dignity, without disturbing anyone.

Who’s in it. The Old Barber stars Kui Jing as Jiang Da Ye and You Liping as Zhao Ren.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Old Barber (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Old Barber change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Old Barber?
The Old Barber stars Kui Jing and You Liping.
When was The Old Barber released?
The Old Barber was released in 2006.