The Opium Wars
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'.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
The Opium Wars
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Aug 21, 1959
Runtime
1h 43m
Genres
War, History, Drama
User Score
50%
Original Title
林則徐
Production Companies
Haiyan Film Studio
Director
Zheng Jun-li
Description
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'.
