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Iron Road (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2009, Iron Road is a drama film directed by David Wu, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. A poor but feisty Chinese woman, disguised as a boy, joins the railroad crew in the Rocky Mountains to search for her long-lost father, and falls in love with the son of the railroad tycoon.

Who’s in it. Iron Road stars Sun Li as Little Tiger, Luke Macfarlane as James Nichol, Sam Neill as Alfred Nichol and Tony Leung Ka-fai as Bookman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Iron Road 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 Iron Road page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Iron Road (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Iron Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Iron Road worth watching?
Iron Road holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Iron Road?
Iron Road stars Sun Li, Luke Macfarlane, Sam Neill, Tony Leung Ka-fai and Kenneth Mitchell.
When was Iron Road released?
Iron Road was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.