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Drama · Comedy · 2h 12m · 2025

Living the Land

★ 6.9 / 10 · 14 votes ZH
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With both parents working far away, ten-year-old Chuang is being raised by extended family in his home village, where thousands of years of rural tradition collide with the socio-economic changes of China in the early 1990s.

Directed by Huo Meng Starring Wang Shang, Zhang Chuwen, Zhang Yanrong, Zhang Caixia, Cao Lingzhi
DramaComedy
First releaseDec 24, 2025
Score6.9 / 10
Length2h 12m
LanguageZH

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Release rollout

Living the Land opened first in France on December 24, 2025. The rollout continued across 5 countries, finishing in Spain on August 14, 2026. In the United States, it arrived in theaters on April 3, 2026. A digital release followed on May 1, 2026.

Release dates by country

FranceDec 24, 2025
NorwayJan 30, 2026
BrazilFeb 5, 2026
United StatesApr 3, 2026
SpainAug 14, 2026

Frequently asked questions

When does Living the Land come out?

Living the Land was released on December 24, 2025.

When does Living the Land come out in United States?

Living the Land was released in United States on April 3, 2026.

When will Living the Land be available on streaming or digital?

Living the Land became available on digital platforms on May 1, 2026.

Who directed Living the Land?

Living the Land was directed by Huo Meng.

How long is Living the Land?

Living the Land has a runtime of 2h 12m.

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