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Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue

6.820211h 52m18AMovieDocumentary

Filmmaker Jia Zhangke chronicles his local literature festival in Shanxi, China which includes a multi-generational roster of the country's most esteemed writers.

DirectorJia Zhangke
WritersJia Zhangke·Jiahuan Wan
ProducerZhao Tao

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Cast · Directed by Jia Zhangke

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Huifang Duan
Self
LHLiang Hong
Liang Hong
Self
PJPingwa Jia
Pingwa Jia
Self
YHYu Hua
Yu Hua
Self
STSu Tong
Su Tong
Self
JZJia Zhangke
Jia Zhangke
Self

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Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue — streaming FAQ

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Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue on Netflix?

No, Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

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Yes — Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

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