The Opium War
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 鸦片战争
- Genres: Drama, War, History
- Release Date: 1997-06-09
- Runtime: 153 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (8 votes)
- Budget: $15,000,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Emei Film Studio, Araba Films, Danehip Entertainment, United International Film Group
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.9335
- Languages: Mandarin, German, English
Cast & Crew
Debra Beaumont
as Queen Victoria
Simon Williams
as Captain Charles Elliot
Bao Guo-an
as Lin Zexu
Oliver Cotton
as Gordon Bremer
Nigel Davenport
as
Rob Freeman
as Hill
Emma Griffiths Malin
as Mary Denton
Garrick Hagon
as Missionary
Hua Jiang
as Guan Tianpei
Philip Jackson
as Captain White
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Opium War?▼
The Opium War is a Drama, War, History movie directed by . It was released on 1997-06-09.
Who are the main actors in The Opium War?▼
The main cast includes Debra Beaumont, Simon Williams, Bao Guo-an, Oliver Cotton, Nigel Davenport, .
Where can I watch The Opium War online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Opium War is available.
Is The Opium War based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Opium War?▼
The Opium War has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 8 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Opium War?▼
The movie had a production budget of $15,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Opium War?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Emei Film Studio, Araba Films, Danehip Entertainment, United International Film Group. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Opium War filmed?▼
The Opium War was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Opium War?▼
The total runtime of The Opium War is 153 minutes.
Is The Opium War suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Opium War?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Opium War.
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