# Where to watch The World of the Chinese (2021) in the UK

> The World of the Chinese (2021) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 2021  
**Runtime:** 45 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 8.6/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Seasons:** 2  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T19:50:43.628Z)  

## Synopsis

China is playing an increasingly important role worldwide. Under President Xi Jinping, substantial investments are being made in communication and cooperation and industrious Chinese people are settling abroad in large numbers. Documentary maker and China expert Ruben Terlou visits them in the new VPRO travel series ‘The World of the Chinese’. Who are they, what do they want to achieve and what impact does their presence have on the local population?

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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