The Bridge (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1949, The Bridge is a drama film directed by Bin Wang, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Factory workers in 1947 repair a bridge over Song Hua River so that Communist forces can use it.
Who’s in it. The Bridge stars Chen Qiang as Hou Zhan-Xi, Defu Du as Xi Bo-Xiang, Jiang Hao as Chief engineer and Wang Jiayi as Liang Ri-Sheng, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Bridge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bridge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bridge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bridge (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bridge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bridge worth watching?
- The Bridge holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bridge?
- The Bridge stars Chen Qiang, Defu Du, Jiang Hao, Wang Jiayi and Ban Lu.
- When was The Bridge released?
- The Bridge was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.