Alima (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1981, Alima is a war, drama and history film directed by Ge Gengtana, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Mongolian girl Alima is assigned to accomplish an important mission by CCP. During the mission, her father and fellows are killed by the enemy in a public execution.

Who’s in it. Alima stars Sharen Gaowa as 阿丽玛, Siqin Gaowa as Nabuqi, Qi Na Ri Tu as Tala and De Ge Ji as Baoyin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Alima 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 Alima page.

If you liked it. Fans of Alima tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Alima (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alima change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Alima worth watching?
Alima holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Alima?
Alima stars Sharen Gaowa, Siqin Gaowa, Qi Na Ri Tu, De Ge Ji and Chen Da.
When was Alima released?
Alima was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.