Red Plum Pavilion (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film
Released in 1968, Red Plum Pavilion is a drama and music film directed by Wong Tin-Lam, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Li is a beautiful young woman who is engaged to a handsome scholar, Pei Shunqing. However, a rich evil man, Jia Sidao, is attracted by Li's beauty and wants to take Li as his concubine. Pei and Li then come to discuss the matter and decide to flee, but they are kidnapped by Jia's men before they can escape. Jia threatens to kill Pei, and Li finally yields but requests to see Pei for the last time. During their short conversation Li tries to persuade Pei to leave, but he insists that he will not leave without her. Li tells him that she has promised to be Jia’s concubine. Pei has to depart, angry and disappointed. Later, Li tries to kill Jia with his sword before their wedding but she is stabbed to death instead. Li's ghost then returns to avenge Jia and his men by burning them until only ashes remain.
Who’s in it. Red Plum Pavilion stars Betty Loh Ti as Li Hui-Niang, Zhao Lei as Pei Shun-Ching, Doreen Chien Rong-Rong as Maid Chao Hsia and Leung Sing-Bo as Chia Sze-Tao, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Red Plum Pavilion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red Plum Pavilion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red Plum Pavilion (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Plum Pavilion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Red Plum Pavilion?
- Red Plum Pavilion stars Betty Loh Ti, Zhao Lei, Doreen Chien Rong-Rong, Leung Sing-Bo and Tin Ching.
- When was Red Plum Pavilion released?
- Red Plum Pavilion was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.