Devils on the Doorstep movie poster

Devils on the Doorstep

October 26, 2001 2h 19m 8.2/10 (180 votes)

Originally released in 2001. Devils on the Doorstep is a drama/war film. directed by Jiang Wen. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jiang Wen, Jiang Hongbo, and Teruyuki Kagawa

Synopsis

During the Japanese occupation of China, two prisoners are dumped in a peasant's home in a small town. The owner is bullied into keeping the prisoners until the next New Year, at which time they will be collected. The village leaders convene to interrogate the prisoners. The townspeople then struggle to accommodate the prisoners. One is a bellicose Japanese nationalist, the other a nervous translator. Will the townspeople manage to keep the prisoners until the New Year?

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 26, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 2h 19m 139 minutes total
User Rating 8.2/10 Excellent (180 votes)
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country China Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH

Production Companies

  • Huayi Brothers Advertising
  • Asian Union Film & Entertainment
  • Beijing Zhongbo-Times Film Planning
  • CMC Xiandai Trade Co.
  • China Film Co-Production Corp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Devils on the Doorstep about?

During the Japanese occupation of China, two prisoners are dumped in a peasant's home in a small town. The owner is bullied into keeping the prisoners until the next New Year, at which time they wi...

Who directed Devils on the Doorstep?

Devils on the Doorstep was directed by Jiang Wen.

How long is Devils on the Doorstep?

Devils on the Doorstep has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).

When was Devils on the Doorstep released?

Devils on the Doorstep was released on October 26, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Devils on the Doorstep?

The main cast of Devils on the Doorstep includes Jiang Wen, Jiang Hongbo, Teruyuki Kagawa, David Wu, Yuan Ding.

Is Devils on the Doorstep worth watching?

Devils on the Doorstep has a user rating of 8.2/10 based on 180 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.