# Where to watch Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard (1991) in the UK

> Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard (1991) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1991  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T13:49:18.335Z)  

## Synopsis

Bookmark follows J.G. Ballard from Shepperton to Shanghai and back, looking at the scenes of his life which inspired his autobiographical novels. This is a BBC original production which aired in 1991, directed by James Runcie. It chronicles J.G. Ballard's first trip to Shanghai after he first left it in 1946. He discusses his life and his work especially his two autobiographical novels, Empire of the Sun and The Kindness of Women. There are also bits there about Crash and Vermilion Sands.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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**Where can I watch Shanghai Jim: J.G. Ballard in the UK?**

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