# Where to watch Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (1998) in the UK

> Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (1998) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1998  
**Runtime:** 100 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama, History  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 14 May 2026 (2026-05-14T22:21:20.166Z)  

## Synopsis

The protagonists are mainly Huirong, Zhaobai, and Jikan, who have studied business management in the USA and have returned to their hometown, Shanghai. Huirong and Zhaobai are engaged, and although three of them are close friends, problems arise when they find out that their opinions clash on the matter of what the objective for building a new China should be and what direction it should take.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in Shanghai in the UK?**

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**Is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Once Upon a Time in Shanghai is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

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## Sources

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