To Liberate Shanghai movie poster

To Liberate Shanghai

January 26, 1959

Originally released in 1959. To Liberate Shanghai is a war film. directed by Wang Bing.

Starring Ding Ni, Hu Xiaoguang, and Li Changhua

Synopsis

After the decisive “Three Battles,” the East China Field Army is ordered to encircle Shanghai. Commander Tang Yunfu’s 300,000-strong KMT garrison readies for a climactic showdown. Under directives to liberate and yet preserve the city, Commander Fang and Commissar Zhang orchestrate a pincer movement, luring Tang’s main force to the suburbs for annihilation while infiltrating Shanghai’s heart. With underground leader Lin Fan’s help, our troops seize territory south of the Suzhou River. The KMT falls back to the north bank, and Liu Yi’s division makes a final stand downtown. Street fighting erupts as our vanguard storms the power plant, city hall, and key installations. Overwhelmed by coordinated military might and political pressure, the remaining defenders hoist the white flag, marking Shanghai’s liberation.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 26, 1959 67 years ago
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Box Office $2M Worldwide gross
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH
Revenue
$2,000,000

Production Companies

  • August 1st Film Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is To Liberate Shanghai about?

After the decisive “Three Battles,” the East China Field Army is ordered to encircle Shanghai. Commander Tang Yunfu’s 300,000-strong KMT garrison readies for a climactic showdown. Under direc...

Who directed To Liberate Shanghai?

To Liberate Shanghai was directed by Wang Bing.

When was To Liberate Shanghai released?

To Liberate Shanghai was released on January 26, 1959 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in To Liberate Shanghai?

The main cast of To Liberate Shanghai includes Ding Ni, Hu Xiaoguang, Li Changhua, Li Shutian, Wang Runshen.