The Grand Substitution (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1965, The Grand Substitution is a drama, music and history film directed by Yan Jun, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. With China under control of a weak Emperor, two officials compete to steer the future destiny of the land. Chiu believes the people are the future of China, while the diabolical Tu wishes to grind the people beneath an iron heel. Tu decides to take out Chiu's family, but one lone infant escapes.
Who’s in it. The Grand Substitution stars Ivy Ling Po as Chiu Wu, Li Li-Hua as Princess Chuan Ji, Yan Jun as Ching Ying and Lee Ying as Chief Warden Tu An Ko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Grand Substitution has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Grand Substitution page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Grand Substitution tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Grand Substitution (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Grand Substitution change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Grand Substitution worth watching?
- The Grand Substitution holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Grand Substitution?
- The Grand Substitution stars Ivy Ling Po, Li Li-Hua, Yan Jun, Lee Ying and Ching Miao.