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The Drifting Red Balloon

20181h 30mMovieRomanceComedyDrama

The romance film follows the story of two young couples from different social backgrounds as they grow up, head to college and eventually try to find their way in the world in their chosen careers.

DirectorZhang Laizhi
WritersZhang Laizhi·Sun Tian He

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Cast · Directed by Zhang Laizhi

TYTan Youming
Tan Youming
Xiao Fei
SYShi Yufei
Shi Yufei
Li Ke
MZMeng Zhichao
Meng Zhichao
Zhang Yan
ZYZhao Yingzi
Zhao Yingzi
Lin Jing Er
HZ
Han Zhi
Journalist
KSKai Shen
Kai Shen
Client
LBLi Binghan
Li Binghan
Bald Guy
LLLi Linxuan
Li Linxuan
Jin Meng
YFYuxiang Feng
Yuxiang Feng
Female neighbor
CPChi Peng
Chi Peng
Xiao Fei's mother
TYTian Yuqing
Tian Yuqing
Middle-aged woman
JNJin Ning
Jin Ning
Fainted girl

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The Drifting Red Balloon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Drifting Red Balloon?

The Drifting Red Balloon isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Drifting Red Balloon on Netflix?

No, The Drifting Red Balloon is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Drifting Red Balloon on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Drifting Red Balloon isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Drifting Red Balloon for free?

The Drifting Red Balloon isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Drifting Red Balloon?

The Drifting Red Balloon hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 9, 2018. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.