Under the Hawthorn Tree (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2010, Under the Hawthorn Tree is a drama and romance film directed by Zhang Yimou, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. The daughter of a right-winger, schoolgirl Jing Qiu is sent to the countryside for reeducation, and tasked to help write a textbook. There she meets Lao San, a young soldier with a bright future ahead. Despite the class divide and parental disapproval, romance blooms against turbulent times.
Who’s in it. Under the Hawthorn Tree stars Cheng Taishen as Mr. Luo, Shawn Dou as Sun Jianxin, Zhou Dongyu as 静秋 and Xi Meijuan as Mrs. Zhang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Under the Hawthorn Tree 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 Under the Hawthorn Tree page.
If you liked it. Fans of Under the Hawthorn Tree tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under the Hawthorn Tree (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under the Hawthorn Tree change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under the Hawthorn Tree worth watching?
- Under the Hawthorn Tree holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Under the Hawthorn Tree?
- Under the Hawthorn Tree stars Cheng Taishen, Shawn Dou, Zhou Dongyu, Xi Meijuan and Li Xuejian.
- When was Under the Hawthorn Tree released?
- Under the Hawthorn Tree was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.