Return to Dust
2022, Chinese. Directed by Li Ruijun.
An unlikely love story.
Humble, unassuming Ma and timid Cao have been cast off by their families and forced into an arranged marriage. They have to combine their strength and build a home to survive. In the face of much adversity, an unexpected bond begins to blossom, as both Ma and Cao, uniting with Earth's cycles, create a haven for themselves in which they can thrive.
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Return to Dust
Return to Dust is streaming on Film Movement Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Li RuijunDirector
- Wu RenlinMa Youtie
- Hai QingCao Guiying
- Yang GuangruiZhang Yongfu's Son
- Dengfeng ZhaoMa Youtong
- Cailan WangSister-in-Law
- Jiangui ZengMa Youtong's Eldest Son
- Wu YunzhiMa Youtong's Second Son
- Zhanhong MaBrother Guiying
- Cuilan WangGuiying's Sister-in-Law
- Caixia XuMa Hongmei
- Shengfu LiVillage Chief
- Min ZhangClothes Stall Owner
Details
- Released
- 8 July 2022
- Original title
- 隐入尘烟
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Li Ruijun
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Return to Dust: quick answers
Is Return to Dust worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 211 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Return to Dust?
Return to Dust runs 133 minutes (2h 13m).
Does Return to Dust have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Return to Dust. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Return to Dust parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Return to Dust is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Return to Dust on?
Return to Dust is streaming on Film Movement Plus in India. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Return to Dust?
If you liked Return to Dust, try Nine Lives, The Lost Husband, Not Easily Broken.
Who directed Return to Dust?
Return to Dust (2022) was directed by Li Ruijun and stars Wu Renlin, Hai Qing, Yang Guangrui.