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Shadow (2018)

Movie ★ 6.7 116 min

Action War

In a kingdom ruled by a young and unpredictable king, the military commander has a secret weapon: a shadow, a look-alike who can fool both his enemies and the King himself. Now he must use this weapon in an intricate plan that will lead his people to victory in a war that the King does not want.

Zhang Yimou Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 30, 2018
Runtime
116 min
Rating
PG-13
Budget
$44.0M
Box office
$91.7M
IMDb
tt6864046
Country
China, Hong Kong
Language
Mandarin
Studio
Village Roadshow Pictures Asia, LeVision Pictures, Bona Film Group, Perfect Village Entertainment

Themes

Cast

Deng Chao Deng Chao Commander Zi Yu / Jing Zhou Sun Li Sun Li Madam Xiao Ai Ryan Zheng Kai Ryan Zheng Kai King Pei Liang Wang Qianyuan Wang Qianyuan Captain Tian Zhan Wang Jingchun Wang Jingchun Minister Lu Yan Hu Jun Hu Jun General Yang Cang Guan Xiaotong Guan Xiaotong Princess Qing Ping Leo Wu Leo Wu Yang Ping Feng Bai Feng Bai Li Zhuoyang Li Zhuoyang Guicheng Death Soldier

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shadow about?
In a kingdom ruled by a young and unpredictable king, the military commander has a secret weapon: a shadow, a look-alike who can fool both his enemies and the King himself. Now he must use this weapon in an intricate plan that will lead his people to victory in a war that the King does not want.
Who directed Shadow?
Shadow was directed by Zhang Yimou.
Who stars in Shadow?
Shadow stars Deng Chao, Sun Li, Ryan Zheng Kai, Wang Qianyuan.
When was Shadow released?
Shadow is a 2018 action, war film.
Where can I watch Shadow?
You can watch Shadow with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.