The Road Home (1999)
Kernel Score: 82% · 223 ratings
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 1999-10-16
Runtime: 89 minutes
Where to watch The Road Home
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Prompted by the death of his father and the grief of his mother, a man recalls the story of how they met in flashback.
The Road Home parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that The Road Home is a Chinese romance drama told in flashback about a son recalling his parents' courtship after his father's death.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Zhang Ziyi as Young Zhao Di
- Zheng Hao as Luo Changyu
- Yulian Zhao as Zhao Di
- Sun Honglei as Luo Yusheng
- Li Bin as Grandmother
- Song Yuncheng as Village Chief
- Guifa Chang as Mayor
- Wencheng Sung as Young Mayor
- Liu Qi as Carpenter Xia
- Ji Bo as Young Carpenter Xia
The Road Home FAQ
Is The Road Home good?
The Road Home has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 223 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Road Home?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Road Home OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that The Road Home is a Chinese romance drama told in flashback about a son recalling his parents' courtship after his father's death.
What movies are like The Road Home?
If you liked The Road Home, try Magnolia, Uncle Frank, Departures and Infernal Affairs III.