The Warlord and the Actress (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film

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Released in 1964, The Warlord and the Actress is a drama and history film directed by Ho Meng-Hua, running about 101 minutes.

What it’s about. A member of the Red Peony troupe, singer Tang Pei Hua (Yeh Feng) is renowned for her beautiful voice and appearances. Her beauty, however, invites the unwanted attentions of cruel and lecherous warlord Cao Lin (Zeng Mei). In order to escape Cao's grasp, Tang and her lover Lin Ke Qiang (Chin Han) decide to run away to the south where they can live freely. But their plan is uncovered by Cao, and Lin gets captured. In order to save Lin, Tang must sacrifice herself and entertain Japanese guests at a banquet, throwing herself into danger's way.

Who’s in it. The Warlord and the Actress stars Julie Yeh Feng as Red Peony/Tang Pei-Hua, Lan Di as Tang Pei-Yun/Xiao-Yun, Chin Han as Lin Ke-Qiang and Ching Miao as General Cao Lin, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Warlord and the Actress page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Warlord and the Actress tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Warlord and the Actress (1964)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Warlord and the Actress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Warlord and the Actress?
The Warlord and the Actress stars Julie Yeh Feng, Lan Di, Chin Han, Ching Miao and Hao Li-Jen.
When was The Warlord and the Actress released?
The Warlord and the Actress was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.