Where to Watch Shadow Magic (2000) in the US

What it's about

Beijing, 1902: an enterprising young portrait photographer named Liu Jinglun, keen on new technology, befriends a newly-arrived Englishman who's brought projector, camera, and Lumière-brothers' shorts to open the Shadow Magic theater. Liu's work with Wallace brings him conflict with tradition and his father's authority, complicated by his falling in love with Ling, daughter of Lord Tan, star of Beijing's traditional opera. Liu sees movies as his chance to become wealthy and worthy of Ling. When the Shadow Magic pair are invited to show the films to the Empress Dowager, things look good. But, is disaster in the script? And, can movies preserve tradition even as they bring change?

Cast and crew

Director

Ann Hu

Writer

Chang-Lun Chen, Ann Hu, Dan Huang

Starring

Jared Harris, Yu Xia, Yufei Xing

Details

Release date

Nov 22, 2001

Language

English, Mandarin

Country

China, Germany, Taiwan, United States

Box office

$149,258

Awards

6 wins & 11 nominations total

Where to Watch Shadow Magic (2000) in the US — common questions

Where to watch Shadow Magic in the United States?

Shadow Magic is available to rent in the United States. Rent the movie on Fandango at Home (4K) and Prime Video (4K).

Can I stream Shadow Magic or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Rent the movie on Fandango at Home (4K) and Prime Video (4K).

Can I watch Shadow Magic for free in the United States?

We have not confirmed a free option for Shadow Magic in the United States.