The Long Way Back (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Series · ★ 9.3
Released in 2025, The Long Way Back is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. The journey of an ordinary soldier in the Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army during the 14-year Second Sino-Japanese War, highlighting the region's grueling and heroic fight against Japanese imperialist forces.
Who’s in it. The Long Way Back stars Hu Jun as Lao Shandong, Li Naiwen as Tang Deyuan, Chen Jingke as Tian Xiaogui and Yuan Shanshan as Hua'er, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.3/10, The Long Way Back 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 The Long Way Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Long Way Back tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Long Way Back (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Long Way Back change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Long Way Back worth watching?
- The Long Way Back holds an audience score of 9.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Long Way Back?
- The Long Way Back stars Hu Jun, Li Naiwen, Chen Jingke, Yuan Shanshan and Ren Bin.
- When was The Long Way Back released?
- The Long Way Back was released in 2025.