Diau Charn (1958): cast, story & where to watch

1958 · Film · ★ 8

Diau Charn poster

Released in 1958, Diau Charn is a drama, romance and music film directed by Li Han-Hsiang, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Diau Charn is a sublime retelling of a familiar tale with iconic actress Linda Lin Dai (Lam Doi) in the titular role of Diau Charn, one of the four storied beauties of ancient China.

Who’s in it. Diau Charn stars Linda Lin Dai as 貂蝉, Zhao Lei as 吕布, Lo Wei as Prime Minister Dong Zhuo and Yang Chi-Ching as Minister Wang Yun, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Diau Charn sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $100 at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Diau Charn page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Diau Charn (1958)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Diau Charn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Diau Charn worth watching?
Diau Charn holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Diau Charn?
Diau Charn stars Linda Lin Dai, Zhao Lei, Lo Wei, Yang Chi-Ching and Lee Wan-Chung.
When was Diau Charn released?
Diau Charn was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.