Nie Er (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film
Released in 1962, Nie Er is a drama and music film directed by Junli Zheng, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Shot in gorgeous color, this fascinating communist flipside to fifties Hollywood music biopics chronicles the life and tragic early death of Nie Er, the composer of the PRC’s national anthem.
Who’s in it. Nie Er stars Zhao Dan as Nie Er, Zhang Ruifang as Zheng Leidian, Jun Jiang as Su Ping and Hongda Guan as Xiao Chou, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nie Er page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nie Er tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nie Er (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nie Er change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Nie Er?
- Nie Er stars Zhao Dan, Zhang Ruifang, Jun Jiang, Hongda Guan and Sun Yongping.
- When was Nie Er released?
- Nie Er was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.