The Opium Wars
Originally released in 1959. The Opium Wars is a war/history film. directed by Zheng Jun-li.
Synopsis
China 1839. Because the British imports of opium into Southern China are creating such widespread medical and economic problems, the weak Manchu emperor Tao Kuang is forced to take action that precipitates the 'Opium War'.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 21, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Haiyan Film Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Opium Wars about?
China 1839. Because the British imports of opium into Southern China are creating such widespread medical and economic problems, the weak Manchu emperor Tao Kuang is forced to take action that prec...
Who directed The Opium Wars?
The Opium Wars was directed by Zheng Jun-li.
How long is The Opium Wars?
The Opium Wars has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was The Opium Wars released?
The Opium Wars was released on August 21, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Opium Wars?
The main cast of The Opium Wars includes Zhao Dan, Gao Zheng, Xia Tian, Han Fei, Deng Nan.