Acting

Xiu Zongdi

Born

1939-04-27 (87)

Place of birth

Beijing，China

Known for

Acting

Credits

43 titles

IMDb profile

Known for

9.1

Adapted from the classical 14th century novel of the same title by Luo Guanzhong, Romance of the Three Kingdoms is part historical, part legend, and part mythical – romanticises and dramatises the lives of feudal lords and their retainers, who tried to replace the dwindling Han dynasty or restore it. The focus is mainly on the three power blocs that emerged from the remnants of the Han dynasty, and would eventually form the three states of Cao Wei, Shu Han, and Eastern Wu.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms

1994

5.7

The Prince of Han Dynasty is a three-season Chinese television series featuring a fictionalised life story of Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty. Season 1 was first broadcast on Beijing Television in 2001 in mainland China, followed by the second and third seasons in 2003 and 2005 respectively. Except for Huang Xiaoming, who played Emperor Wu in all three seasons, the cast members in each season are almost different from its preceding one.

The Prince of Han Dynasty

2002

No synopsis available yet.

Seahorse Dance Hall

1993

8.3

Located somewhere in Beijing, the editorial department of "Guide to the Human World" brings together six intellectuals with distinct personalities. These colleagues encounter all kinds of people amid Reform and Opening-up, with many situations unfolding around them.

Stories of an Editorial Board

1992

Eastern Zhou, Spring and Autumn Period poster

8.0

No synopsis available yet.

Eastern Zhou, Spring and Autumn Period

1996

Qianlong Dynasty is a Chinese television series based on the novel Qianlong Huangdi by Eryue He. The series was preceded by Yongzheng Dynasty in 1997 and Kangxi Dynasty in 2001, both of which were also based on Eryue He's novels.

Qianlong Dynasty

2003

Film credits

2000s · 3 titles

5.3

The tale of one man who fought against the tyranny of a ruler and led his people in battle in the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

The Founding of a Republic

2009

8.0

No synopsis available yet.

风起云涌

2005

6.0

During the Anti-Japanese War, Eighth Route Army officer Ma Ying returns to his hometown to mobilize resistance against Japanese forces and traitors. As enemies plot to turn villagers against each other, Ma Ying must rally the people to prevent a devastating massacre.

Plain Shots

2001

1990s · 6 titles

8.6

To the Chinese, the Conference at Versailles was more of an insult at their dignity and sovreignity than a celebration of peace.

My 1919

1999

5.3

A policeman investigates an introverted signal-station manager suspected of raping a hotel clerk.

Rainclouds Over Wushan

1996

No synopsis available yet.

独身女人

1991

6.9

When a woman is forced to work as a teacher in rural mainland China, she sees a clear goal. If she can become a certified, government employee, then she can teach her students and make a better life for herself at the same time. She carries a heavy responsibility, however. For most of her students, the education that they receive in her classroom is the only preparation they will have for the entrance exams to college-the only avenue out of poor, rural life. Can she balance her needs and the needs of so many young, hopeful people?

Country Teachers

1994

7.0

A group of young people from all corners of the country work in a Beijing publishing press. They all live in the same shabby apartment block, where their lives intertwine.

The Strangers in Beijing

1995

No synopsis available yet.

九千六百万双眼睛

1990

1980s · 4 titles

7.7

Marshal Zhang Xueliang, Commander of the North Eastern Army, grows progressively disillusioned by Kuomintang leader Chiang Kai-shek's policy to engage the Chinese Communist Party rather than fight the Japanese invaders which are occupying Manchuria. Despite numerous pleas, Chiang does not budge. After discussing with fellow general Yang Hucheng, the two take events into their own hands and place Chiang Kai-shek under arrest on December 12, 1936, forcing Chiang into a coalition with the CCP.

The Xi'an Incident

1981

10.0

No synopsis available yet.

哗变

1988

7.0

Drama written by Su Shuyangin in 1978. The feature film adaptation was produced by Beijing Film Studio in 1980. Fang Lingxuan, a veteran Chinese medicine doctor, devotes himself to the research of new drugs for coronary heart disease and receives the enthusiastic support of Premier Zhou Enlai. But the Ministry of Health, controlled by the "Gang of Four," uses Fang's son-in-law to obstruct the research. Just as Fang and his colleagues finally succeed in producing a new drug, Premier Zhou dies. Grief turns into strength, and despite persecution, Fang works hard.

Song of Loyalty

1980

In 1985, the Beijing People's Art Theater performed the drama "Savage" written by Gao Xingjian and directed by Lin Zhaohua in the capital. This drama is full of exploratory and tentative nature from the connotation of thought to the form of expression.

Savage

1985

Series credits

9.1

Romance of the Three Kingdoms

1994

5.7

The Prince of Han Dynasty

2002

No synopsis available yet.

Seahorse Dance Hall

1993

8.3

Stories of an Editorial Board

1992

8.0

No synopsis available yet.

Eastern Zhou, Spring and Autumn Period

1996

Qianlong Dynasty

2003

No synopsis available yet.

孙中山

2001

No synopsis available yet.

立案侦查

2003

8.0

Aisin Gioro Puyi, the last emperor of Qing dynasty, as well as the last emperor of entire Chinese history. This TV series explore modern history and its main incidents in Puyi's perspective.

The Last Emperor

1988

2.0

Set in 1930s Nanjing, Lin Yu Hui navigates love, family obligations, and war. Torn between an arranged marriage and her true love, her life takes a turn during the Japanese invasion, uncovering truths that reshape her loyalties and relationships.

Nanking Love Story

2017

No synopsis available yet.

东周列国

1996

No synopsis available yet.

狼烟遍地

2013

No synopsis available yet.

金陵秘事

2011

The Happy Life of Talkative Zhang Damin poster

8.4

No synopsis available yet.

The Happy Life of Talkative Zhang Damin

2000

No synopsis available yet.

魂断秦淮

2002

No synopsis available yet.

Mu Qin Mu Qin

2012

Hu Xueyan, a wealthy and influential Qing merchant and official, rises to prominence through his business acumen and political connections. However, his success brings him into conflict with rivals and political enemies, setting the stage for his eventual downfall.

胡雪岩

1996

8.0

No synopsis available yet.

The Best in All the Land

2002

Xiang Damin, a determined leader, builds his small town into a thriving community over 20 years. However, the town faces a crisis due to corruption and mismanagement. When government official Wen Shulin is sent to resolve the issues, he must navigate political challenges and work with a diverse group of leaders to bring about necessary reforms and restore the town's prosperity.

干部

2002

No synopsis available yet.

琉璃厂传奇

1998

No artwork available

"Municipal Party Secretary" tells the story of a group of people in the municipal party committee headed by Han Wangjie, who put people first, serve the people, and unite the people of the city to build a new socialist city with the consciousness of public servants, awareness of crisis, and awareness of diligence and thrift. The story takes place in Dongzhou City, a state-planned city, somewhere on the eastern coast of China.

市委书记日记

2010

No synopsis available yet.

小楼风景

1994

The story of the secret service team sent by the Kuomintang to escort war criminal Shi Yano from Japan to Nanjing in 1946.

Battle of the Post War

2009

Set in 1582 during the Ming Dynasty, the series follows Zhong Yuan, the chief imperial bodyguard, as he investigates a series of mysterious events in Beijing. These include the disappearance of the imperial treasury's silver, the escape of notorious criminals, and the emergence of the "Jiangyang Eight," a group of highly skilled thieves. As Zhong Yuan delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving the corrupt eunuch Feng Bao and strives to protect the emperor and the realm from internal threats.