Center Stage
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.
Where to watch Center Stage in United States
Film Movement Plus
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Apple TV Store
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Center Stage there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Center Stage streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | — |
| Canada | Film Movement Plus | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | SBS On Demand | — |
About Center Stage
Center Stage is a 1991 cn-language drama, romance and history film directed by Stanley Kwan Kam-Pang. The cast is led by Maggie Cheung, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Ronald Chin Han. It has a runtime of 2h 35m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, Kanopy.
Center Stage was produced by Golden Way Films Ltd., Paragon Films, and Golden Harvest Productions and made in Hong Kong. It was released on November 29, 1991, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Stanley Kwan Kam-Pang
- Writers
- Chiu Kang-Chien, Peggy Chiao
- Release date
- November 29, 1991
- Original language
- cn
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Production
- Golden Way Films Ltd., Paragon Films, Golden Harvest Productions
Center Stage cast & crew
Center Stage was directed by Stanley Kwan Kam-Pang and written by Chiu Kang-Chien and Peggy Chiao.
The cast features Maggie Cheung as Ruan Lingyu, Tony Leung Ka-fai as Cai Chusheng, Ronald Chin Han as Tang Jishan, Carina Lau as Li Lili, Lawrence Ng Kai-Wah as Zhang Damin, and Cecilia Yip Tung as Lin Chuchu.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Siu Chung, cinematography is by Poon Hang-Sang, and it was produced by Tsui Siu-Ming and Willie Chan Chi-Keung.
Is Center Stage worth watching?
Center Stage holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 87 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 2h 35m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy drama, romance, and history, Center Stage is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Center Stage
In United States, you can stream Center Stage on Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Center Stage
Maggie Cheung
Ruan Lingyu
Tony Leung Ka-fai
Cai Chusheng
Ronald Chin Han
Tang Jishan
Carina Lau
Li Lili
Lawrence Ng Kai-Wah
Zhang Damin
Cecilia Yip Tung
Lin Chuchu
Waise Lee Chi-Hung
Li Minwei
Paul Chang Chung
Luo Mingyou
Maryanna Yip San
Chen Yanyan
Hsiao Hsiang
Ruan Ma
Fu Chong
Cheng Xiaohua
Center Stage — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Center Stage in United States?
Center Stage is streaming on Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Center Stage on Film Movement Plus?
Yes — Center Stage is currently available on Film Movement Plus in United States.
▸What language is Center Stage in?
Center Stage is originally in cn, with audio tracks including English, Mandarin, Cantonese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Center Stage?
Center Stage runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).
▸What is Center Stage rated?
Center Stage is rated NR. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 87 ratings.
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