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Farewell China

7.119901h 54mMovieDrama

Li Hung is a desperate mother who tried for years to obtain an American visa to study to create a better life for her husband Nansan and her son. But after a short time, she loses contact with her family, and her husband, Nansan smuggles himself to New York to find her.

DirectorClara Law
WriterEddie Fong Ling-Ching
ProducersTeddy Robin·Eric Tsang Chi-Wai

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Clara Law

MCMaggie Cheung
Maggie Cheung
Li Hong
TKTony Leung Ka-fai
Tony Leung Ka-fai
Zhao Nansheng
HMHayley Man
Hayley Man
Jane
LCLiu Chun
Liu Chun
LCLester Chan Chit-Man
Lester Chan Chit-Man
LH
Liang-Fong Hsu
TL
Tat Lam
AP
Alex Pang
LS
Lam-Po Song
ST
Shirley Tam
VC
Vinny Colon
HK
Herb Klinger

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Farewell China — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Farewell China?

Farewell China is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Farewell China on Netflix?

No, Farewell China is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Farewell China on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Farewell China isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Farewell China for free?

Farewell China is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.