Cast: Ge You

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Ge You. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


To Live

1994 · Movie · 125 min. · China

Direction Zhang Yimou

Cast Gong Li · Ge You · Jiang Wu · Niu Ben

Synopsis To Live (1994) follows the journey of Fugui, a man from a once-affluent family whose life takes a dramatic turn due to his gambling addiction and a streak of misfortune. He loses his family home in a dice game with...

7.9

5K votes

7.9

5K votes

Farewell My Concubine

1993 · Movie · 171 min. · China

Direction Chen Kaige

Cast Gong Li · Leslie Cheung · Zhang Fengyi · Lu Qi

Synopsis Farewell My Concubine (1993) unfolds as a dual narrative, intricately weaving together the lives of two Beijing Opera performers who are bound by a deep, brotherly bond, and the woman who disrupts their relationship. Simultaneously, the film endeavors to encapsulate...

7.3

7K votes

7.3

7K votes

A World Without Thieves

2004 · Movie · 113 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Andy Lau · Rene Liu · Ge You · Wang Baoqiang

Synopsis A World Without Thieves (2004) follows a pair of skilled con artists, played by Andy Lau and Rene Liu, who embark on a journey westward after successfully swindling a wealthy businessman out of his BMW. Their path crosses with a...

6.3

81 votes

6.3

81 votes

The Banquet (Legend of the Black Scorpion)

2006 · Movie · 131 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Zhang Ziyi · Daniel Wu · Zhou Xun · Ge You

Synopsis The Banquet (Legend of the Black Scorpion) (2006) is a unique retelling of Shakespeare's "Hamlet," set against the backdrop of a crumbling empire. The narrative revolves around a night of intrigue and deception, where the Emperor, Empress, Crown Prince, Minister,...

6.3

206 votes

6.3

206 votes

The Emperor's Shadow

1996 · Movie · 116 min. · China

Direction Zhou Xiaowen

Cast Jiang Wen · Ge You · Summer Xu · Wang Shuangbao

Synopsis The Emperor's Shadow (1996) is a grand historical drama set in ancient China, focusing on the life of Ying Zheng, the first emperor of a unified China. The narrative follows Jiang Wen as he portrays Ying Zheng, the ambitious ruler...

6.2

82 votes

6.2

82 votes

If You Are the One

2008 · Movie · 130 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Ge You · Shu Qi · Alex Fong · Xiao Che

Synopsis If You Are the One (2008) follows the story of Qin Fen, a quirky and sincere bachelor who invents unique gadgets. He crosses paths with a young woman known as Smiley, who is grappling with the heartache of her boyfriend's...

6.2

32 votes

6.2

32 votes

Sacrifice

2010 · Movie · 122 min. · China

Direction Chen Kaige

Cast Ge You · Huang Xiaoming · Zhang Fengyi · Wang Xueqi

Synopsis Sacrifice (2010) follows the harrowing tale of a physician who, in a desperate bid to preserve the sole surviving member of the Zhao clan, who had been ruthlessly annihilated by a malevolent minister, makes the ultimate sacrifice by offering his...

6.1

87 votes

6.1

87 votes

Keep Cool

1997 · Movie · 95 min. · China

Direction Zhang Yimou

Cast Jiang Wen · Qu Ying · Li Baotian · Ge You

Synopsis Keep Cool (1997) follows the story of Xiao Shuai, a bookseller who becomes infatuated with the alluring and carefree An Hong. In an attempt to discover her address, Xiao begins to trail her, but An rebuffs his romantic pursuits. Undeterred,...

6.1

1K votes

6.1

1K votes

Let the Bullets Fly

2010 · Movie · 132 min. · China

Direction Jiang Wen

Cast Chow Yun-Fat · Jiang Wen · Carina Lau · Ge You

Synopsis Let the Bullets Fly (2010) follows the story of a notorious bandit leader, Jiang Wen, who assumes the role of a mayor in a small town. His path crosses with the ruthless and cunning Chow Yun-fat, a powerful landowner, leading...

5.6

110 votes

5.6

110 votes

The Founding of a Republic

2009 · Movie · 135 min. · China

Direction Han Sanping · Huang Jianxin

Cast Tang Guoqiang · Zhang Guoli · Vivian Wu · Summer Xu

Synopsis The Founding of a Republic (2009) is a grand political epic marking the 60th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. The narrative commences in 1945 and delves into the tumultuous Chinese Civil War, culminating in the Kuomintang's withdrawal to...

5.6

121 votes

5.6

121 votes

Cook Up a Storm

2017 · Movie · 97 min. · Hong Kong

5.5

67 votes

5.5

67 votes

Big Shot's Funeral

2001 · Movie · 100 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Ge You · Rosamund Kwan · Donald Sutherland · Paul Mazursky

Synopsis Big Shot's Funeral (2001) follows the story of renowned director Don Tyler, who struggles with personal insecurities and deteriorating health while filming in Beijing. His assistant, in a desperate move, enlists the help of a struggling cameraman, YoYo, to take...

4.4

120 votes

4.4

120 votes

Code Name: Cugar

1989 · Movie · 76 min. · China

Direction Zhang Yimou · Yang Fengliang

Cast Ge You · Gong Li · Liu Xiaoning · Wang Xueqi

Synopsis Code Name: Cugar (1989) follows the intense narrative of a commercial aircraft, carrying Taiwanese businessmen, that is seized by a ruthless terrorist and forced to land in mainland China. In response to this crisis, a collaborative Chinese-Taiwanese anti-terrorism unit is...

3.6

55 votes

3.6

55 votes

If You Are the One 2

2010 · Movie · 120 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Sun Honglei · Yicong Wu · Ady An · Ge You

Synopsis If You Are the One 2 (2010) follows the story of Qin, a prosperous middle-aged businessman, and Xiaoxiao Liang, a stunning flight attendant, as they navigate the complexities of their relationship. Their bond is put to the test when they...

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Sorry Baby

1999 · Movie · 95 min. · China

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Two Tigers

2019 · Movie · China

Direction Li Fei

Cast Ge You · Zhao Wei · Qiao Shan · Fan Wei

Synopsis Two Tigers (2019) follows the chaotic journey of an inept young man, Fang Nan, who attempts to kidnap a wealthy businessman, Zhang Chenggong, for a ransom. However, the tables turn when Zhang takes control of the situation and compels Fang...

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Personal Tailor

2013 · Movie · 118 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Jackie Chan · Fan Wei · Bai Baihe · Li Xiaolu

Synopsis Personal Tailor (2013) follows a talented ensemble of performers who operate a unique enterprise, dedicated to bringing people's wildest dreams to life. This intriguing film serves as a spiritual successor to Feng's acclaimed 1997 film, The Dream Factory, which was...

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Cell Phone

2003 · Movie · 107 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Ge You · Fan Bingbing · Han Tongsheng · Huang Suying

Synopsis Cell Phone (2003) centers around a charismatic television host whose life takes a dramatic turn when his cell phone, containing a wealth of personal and confidential data, falls into the wrong hands. The ensuing chaos reveals the host's hidden secrets...

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Fortress Besieged (TV Series)

1990 · Series · 45 min. · China

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Gone with the Bullets

2014 · Movie · 120 min. · China

Direction Jiang Wen

Cast Zhang Wen · Ge You · Zhou Yun · Shu Qi

Synopsis Gone with the Bullets (2014) unfolds in the vibrant city of Shanghai circa 1920, where Ma Zouri, a former aristocrat turned skilled con artist, collaborates with policeman 'Bruni' Xiang Feitan. Acting on behalf of the extravagant playboy Wu-Seven, they orchestrate...

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