Conjugation (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.2

Released in 2001, Conjugation is a drama and romance film directed by Emily Tang, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Beijing, winter 1990. Song and his girlfriend Xiao Qing have just moved into a hovel which they're illegally renting since they are not officially married. Song, a young chemistry graduate, is appointed to a position in a small engineering factory where he demonstrates a marked lack of enthusiasm. As for Xiao Qing, she is still a student, studying French. But their joy at living together and the idea of building a little island of happiness cannot withstand the weight of reality.
Who’s in it. Conjugation stars Zhao Hong and Yu Quiang.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Conjugation 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 Conjugation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Conjugation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Conjugation (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Conjugation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Conjugation worth watching?
- Conjugation holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Conjugation?
- Conjugation stars Zhao Hong and Yu Quiang.
- When was Conjugation released?
- Conjugation was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.