Center Stage
1991, Cantonese. Directed by Stanley Kwan Kam-pang.
Based on the tragic true story of China's first prima donna of the silver screen, Ruan Lingyu, chronicling her rise to fame as a movie actress in Shanghai during the 1930s.
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
- NR
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Center Stage is streaming on Film Movement Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Stanley Kwan Kam-pangDirector
- Maggie Cheung Man-yukRuan Lingyu
- Tony Leung Ka-faiCai Chusheng
- Ronald Chin HanTang Jishan
- Carina LauLi Lili
- Lawrence NgZhang Damin
- Cecilia Yip TungLin Chuchu
- Waise Lee Chi-hungLi Minwei
- Paul Chang ChungLuo Mingyou
- Maryanna Yip SanChen Yanyan
- Hsiao HsiangRuan Ma
- Fu ChongCast
- Cheng XiaohuaCast
Details
- Released
- 29 November 1991
- Original title
- 阮玲玉
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Chiu Kang-Chien, Peggy Chiao
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Center Stage: quick answers
Is Center Stage worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 95 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Center Stage?
Center Stage runs 155 minutes (2h 35m).
Does Center Stage have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Center Stage. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Center Stage parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Center Stage is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Center Stage on?
Center Stage is streaming on Film Movement Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Center Stage?
If you liked Center Stage, try Mayerling, Désirée, Downton Abbey.
Who directed Center Stage?
Center Stage (1991) was directed by Stanley Kwan Kam-pang and stars Maggie Cheung Man-yuk, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Ronald Chin Han.