Three Sinners (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film
Released in 1963, Three Sinners is a drama, romance and music film directed by Yan Jun, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on one particular storyline from The Water Margin, Three Sinners weaves an intriguing story of romance, treachery, and death, all within the context of the traditional Huangmei Opera. Yan Jun casts his real-life wife, the elegant Li Li Hua, star of such Shaw Brothers films as The Goddess of Mercy and Vermillion Door, as one of the title characters, a woman who finds herself in the middle of a stormy love triangle involving her controlling husband (director Yan Jun serving double duty in a starring role) and a passionate lover (Chen Yan Yan).
Who’s in it. Three Sinners stars Li Li-Hua as Yan Xi Jiao (Yen Hsi-Chiao), Yan Jun as Master Song Jiang (Sun Chiang), Mei Yen-Sheng as Zhang Wen Yuan and Chen Yanyan as Old Mrs. Yen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Sinners page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Sinners tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Sinners (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Sinners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Three Sinners?
- Three Sinners stars Li Li-Hua, Yan Jun, Mei Yen-Sheng, Chen Yanyan and Kao Pao-shu.
- When was Three Sinners released?
- Three Sinners was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.