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The Candidate isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 February 1983.
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- Released
- 24 February 1983
- Original title
- 候补队员
- Country
- China
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The Candidate: quick answers
Is The Candidate worth watching?
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How long is The Candidate?
The Candidate runs 72 minutes (1h 12m).
Does The Candidate have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Candidate. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Candidate parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Candidate yet.
Which OTT platform is The Candidate on?
The Candidate isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 February 1983. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Candidate?
If you liked The Candidate, try Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains, Never Say Never, Embattled.
Who directed The Candidate?
The Candidate (1983) was directed by Chen Lu and Wu Ziniu and stars Liu Weihua, Ge Tian, Wenling Li.