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Youth (2017)

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A group of performing art troupe members each face their own trials and tribulations in Chengdu; from escaping a family scandal to dealing with unrequited love, each experiences rejection that shapes their lives.

Release Date
December 15, 2017
Runtime
2h 16m
Rating
7.3/10 (110 votes)

Director: Feng Xiaogang

Cast: Huang Xuan, Miao Miao, Zhong Chuxi, Yang Caiyu, Li Xiaofeng, Wang Tianchen, Wang Keru, Su Yan

Production: Huayi Brothers Pictures 浙江华谊兄弟影业, Beijing Culture 北京京西文化, iQIYI Pictures (重复 同 iQiyi Motion Pictures), August 1st Film Studio 八一电影制片厂 (A1FS), Sparkle Roll Media
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$224M
Full Cast (26 people)

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Alunauwie - 8/10

Youth is a reflective drama set in the 1970s that follows a group of young military art troupe members, highlighting the unseen emotional and personal struggles behind their disciplined facade. Though the film focuses more on friendship and romance than military life, it effectively showcases the human side of soldiers through strong performances and a relatable narrative. Despite minor flaws in w...

September 17, 2025

Youth
7.3
136 min

A group of performing art troupe members each face their own trials and tribulations in Chengdu; from escaping a family scandal to dealing with unrequited love, each experiences rejection that shapes their lives.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageChinese
Release Date12/15/2017
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Cast

Huang Xuan

as Liu Feng

Miao Miao

as He Xiaoping

Zhong Chuxi

as Xiao Suizi

Yang Caiyu

as Lin Dingding

Li Xiaofeng

as Hao Shuwen

Wang Tianchen

as Chen Can

Wang Keru

as Xiao Ba Lei

Su Yan

as Dance Instructor

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Youth about?

A group of performing art troupe members each face their own trials and tribulations in Chengdu; from escaping a family scandal to dealing with unrequited love, each experiences rejection that shapes …

How long is Youth?

2h 16m

When was Youth released?

December 15, 2017

Who directed Youth?

Feng Xiaogang

Who stars in Youth?

Huang Xuan, Miao Miao, Zhong Chuxi

What genre is Youth?

Drama, History, War

What is Youth rated?

NR

Is Youth available to stream?

Yes, on Fandor and Philo