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The Story of Qiu Ju

7.319921h 40mPGMovieComedyDrama

When her husband is kicked in the groin by the village head, Qiu Ju, a peasant woman, despite her pregnancy, travels to a nearby town, and later a big city to deal with its bureaucrats and find justice.

DirectorZhang Yimou
WriterLiu Heng
ProducerMa Fung Kwok

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Cast · Directed by Zhang Yimou

GLGong Li
Gong Li
Qiu Ju
LPLiu Peiqi
Liu Peiqi
Wan Qinglai
LY
Liuchun Yang
Meizi
LKLei Kesheng
Lei Kesheng
Wang Shantang
GZGe Zhijun
Ge Zhijun
Officer Li
WZ
Wanqing Zhu
LC
Luowen Cui
HY
Huiqin Yang
JW
Jianfa Wang
ZL
Zi Lin

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The Story of Qiu Ju — streaming FAQ

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The Story of Qiu Ju is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Plex in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Story of Qiu Ju on Netflix?

No, The Story of Qiu Ju is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Plex.

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Yes — The Story of Qiu Ju is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Story of Qiu Ju for free?

The Story of Qiu Ju is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.