Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 7.8

Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony poster

Released in 2008, Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony is a documentary film directed by Zhang Yimou, running about 240 minutes. “One World One Dream” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The 2008 Summer Olympics opening ceremony was held at the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest. It began at 8:00 p.m. China Standard Time (UTC+8) on August 8, 2008, as 8 is considered to be a lucky number in Chinese culture. Featuring more than 15,000 performers, the ceremony lasted over four hours and cost over $100 million USD to produce.

Who’s in it. Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony stars Hu Jintao as Self, Barbara Bush as Self, Henry Kissinger as Self and George H. W. Bush as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony page.

If you liked it. Fans of Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony worth watching?
Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony?
Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony stars Hu Jintao, Barbara Bush, Henry Kissinger, George H. W. Bush and Laura Bush.
When was Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony released?
Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 240 minutes.