The Wandering Earth

2019, Sci-fi, 2h 5m

39 Reviews 500+ Ratings

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The Wandering Earth's story won't win many points for originality, but this sci-fi epic earns its thrills with exciting set pieces and dazzling special effects. Read critic reviews

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When the sun dies out, the people of Earth build giant thrusters to move the planet out of orbit and sail to a new star system. After 2,500 years, young people continue the fight for everyone's survival.

Cast & Crew

Guangjie Li
Chuxiao Qu
Liu Qi
Man-Tat Ng
Jin Mai Jaho
Jing Wu
Jiayin Lei
Hongchen Li
Yichi Zhang
Jingjing Qu
Frant Gwo
Director
Yan Dongxu
Screenwriter
Gong Geer
Screenwriter
Frant Gwo
Screenwriter
Junce Ye
Screenwriter
Yang Zhixue
Screenwriter
Gong Geer
Producer
Roc Chen
Music
Frank Michael Liu
Cinematography
Ka-Fai Cheung
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