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1997153 minDrama, War, History

The Opium War

Is The Opium War a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Opium War worth watching? With a rating of 5.9/10, this Drama, War, History film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Opium War Synopsis

The story of the Opium War between China, in the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, and the British Empire, in the 1830s, and the subsequent takeover of Hong Kong by Britain; through the eyes of the key figures, fiercely nationalistic Lin Zexu, and opportunistic British naval diplomat Charles Elliot.

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Top Cast

Debra Beaumont
Debra BeaumontQueen Victoria
Simon Williams
Simon WilliamsCaptain Charles Elliot
Bao Guo-an
Bao Guo-anLin Zexu
Oliver Cotton
Oliver CottonGordon Bremer
Nigel Davenport
Nigel Davenport
Rob Freeman
Rob FreemanHill
Emma Griffiths Malin
Emma Griffiths MalinMary Denton
Garrick Hagon
Garrick HagonMissionary
Hua Jiang
Hua JiangGuan Tianpei
Philip Jackson
Philip JacksonCaptain White

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Opium War worth watching?

The Opium War has received mixed reviews with a 5.9/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama, War, History movies.

Is The Opium War hit or flop?

The Opium War has received average ratings (5.9/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Opium War?

The Opium War is a Drama, War, History movie that The story of the Opium War between China, in the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, and the British Empire, in the 1830s, and the subsequent takeover of...

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