A Loner (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2018, A Loner is a drama film directed by Xing Xiao, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Living in a traditional “four-sided courtyard” house, where historically multiple generations would live together in one complex, Wei Daxue slowly finds her few friends in the world slipping away — an artist living in the guesthouse leaves, a neighbor dies, and her dog runs away. Her daughter is physically distant, and a cross-generational tension between tradition and the expediencies of modern life keep their conversations short.
Who’s in it. A Loner stars Zhu Xijuan as Madam Wei, Zhang Tong as Chentai, Cao Maishun as Neighbour and Xing Xiao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, A Loner sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Loner page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Loner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Loner (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Loner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Loner worth watching?
- A Loner holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Loner?
- A Loner stars Zhu Xijuan, Zhang Tong, Cao Maishun, Xing Xiao and Wang Wanzhong.
- When was A Loner released?
- A Loner was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.