In 1960s China, French diplomat Rene Gallimard falls in love with opera singer Song Liling - but Song is not at all who Gallimard thinks.

Jeremy Ironsas René Gallimard
John Loneas Song Liling
Barbara Sukowaas Jeanne Gallimard
Annabel Leventonas Frau Baden
Shizuko Hoshias Comrade Chin
Ian Richardsonas Ambassador Toulon
Richard McMillanas Embassy Colleague
Vernon Dobtcheffas Agent Etancelin
David Hemblenas Intelligence Officer #1
Damir Andreias Intelligence Officer #2
Peter Suschitzky