The Opium Wars (1959) film poster — UK streaming guide

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The Opium Wars (1959) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

China 1839. Because the British imports of opium into Southern China are creating such widespread medical and economic problems, the weak Manchu emperor Tao Kuang is forced to take action that precipitates the 'Opium War'.

  • Film
  • 1959
  • 103 min
  • ★ 5.9/10 TMDB
  • War
  • History
  • Drama

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Cast & crew

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DirectorsZheng Jun-li, Cen Fan
WriterYe Yuan

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