Ash Is Purest White
2018, Chinese. Directed by Jia Zhangke.
In a world in ruins, love and loyalty burn out, but never disappear.
Set in China's underworld, this tale of love and betrayal follows a dancer who fired a gun to protect her mobster boyfriend during a fight. On release from prison 5 years later, she sets out to find him.
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 372 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Ash Is Purest White
Ash Is Purest White is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 21 September 2018
- Original title
- 江湖儿女
- Country
- China, France, Japan
- Written by
- Jia Zhangke
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Ash Is Purest White: quick answers
Is Ash Is Purest White worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 372 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Ash Is Purest White?
Ash Is Purest White runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
Does Ash Is Purest White have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Ash Is Purest White. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Ash Is Purest White parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Ash Is Purest White is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Ash Is Purest White on?
Ash Is Purest White is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Ash Is Purest White?
If you liked Ash Is Purest White, try Normal Life, Run, The Wild Goose Lake.
Who directed Ash Is Purest White?
Ash Is Purest White (2018) was directed by Jia Zhangke and stars Zhao Tao, Liao Fan, Diao Yinan.