The Opium War
Originally released in 1997. The Opium War is a drama/war film. directed by Xie Jin. With a runtime of 2h 33m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Debra Beaumont, Simon Williams, and Bao Guo-an
Synopsis
The story of the Opium War between China, in the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, and the British Empire, in the 1830s, and the subsequent takeover of Hong Kong by Britain; through the eyes of the key figures, fiercely nationalistic Lin Zexu, and opportunistic British naval diplomat Charles Elliot.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 9, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 33m
153 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Budget
$15M
Production budget
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Spain
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
- Budget
- $15,000,000
Production Companies
- Emei Film Studio
- Araba Films
- Danehip Entertainment
- United International Film Group
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Opium War about?
The story of the Opium War between China, in the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, and the British Empire, in the 1830s, and the subsequent takeover of Hong Kong by Britain; through the eyes of the ...
Who directed The Opium War?
The Opium War was directed by Xie Jin.
How long is The Opium War?
The Opium War has a runtime of 2 hours and 33 minutes (153 minutes total).
When was The Opium War released?
The Opium War was released on June 9, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Opium War?
The main cast of The Opium War includes Debra Beaumont, Simon Williams, Bao Guo-an, Oliver Cotton, Nigel Davenport.