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The Herdsman

7.619821h 43mMovieDramaRomance

In 1980, Xu Jingshan, a wealthy Chinese-American businessman returns to China to find his son, Xu Lingjun, whom he had abandoned over 30 years earlier. Labeled a rightist because of his capitalist father, Lingjun has been forced to live as…

DirectorXie Jin

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The Herdsman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Herdsman?

The Herdsman isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is The Herdsman on Netflix?

No, The Herdsman is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Herdsman on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Herdsman isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch The Herdsman for free?

The Herdsman isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Herdsman?

The Herdsman hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 19, 1982. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.