The Founding of a Republic 2009
“When an empire falls a nation is born.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 138 minutes
- Director
- Huang Jianxin, Han Sanping
- Networks
- Shanghai Film Group, DMG Entertainment, China Movie Channel
What is The Founding of a Republic?
The Founding of a Republic is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 138 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 17, 2009
- Studios
- Shanghai Film Group, DMG Entertainment, China Movie Channel
- Genres
- Drama, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.3/10
- Episode runtime
- ~138 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Shanghai Film Group, DMG Entertainment, China Movie Channel
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Overview
The Founding of a Republic is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Shanghai Film Group, DMG Entertainment, China Movie Channel. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A lone hero battles tyranny to forge a new nation.”
- Features acclaimed actors such as Andy Lau and Ge You
- Directed by Huang Jianxin and Han Sanping
- Spans an epic 2‑hour‑plus runtime capturing a nation’s birth
- Pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Received mixed audience ratings
Watch it if you enjoy grand historical dramas about nation‑building and personal sacrifice.
The serious tone and battle sequences make it best suited for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed The Founding of a Republic?
The film was co‑directed by Huang Jianxin and Han Sanping.
Which notable actors appear in the film?
The cast includes well‑known actors Andy Lau and Ge You, among others.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as a drama and history film.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Where can I stream the film?
It is available on platforms such as Netflix, HBO Max, Oneplay, and Disney+.
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