# Where to watch The East Is Red (1965) in the UK

> The East Is Red (1965) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1965  
**Runtime:** 117 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.1/10  
**Genres:** Music, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-14T23:43:20.849Z)  

## Synopsis

Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the establishment of "New China" in 1949.  Detailed in the musical are several key events in CPC history such as the Northern Expedition,  the KMT-led Shanghai massacre of 1927, the Nanchang Uprising and formation of the People's Liberation Army, the Long March and the founding of the PRC on October 1, 1949.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The East Is Red in the UK?**

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## Sources

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