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The Rickshaw Boy

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The Rickshaw Boy (1981) was another product of James Wong Howe’s wishes. In 1980, Yung travelled to Beijing to film retired old-time rickshaw pullers and their lives with family. The footage was juxtaposed with older footage by Howe who…

DirectorPeter Yung Wai-Chuen

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The Rickshaw Boy — streaming FAQ

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The Rickshaw Boy isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is The Rickshaw Boy on Netflix?

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The Rickshaw Boy hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 21, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.