Zhou Dongyu
Actress
Known for
Zhou Dongyu is a Chinese actress born January 31, 1992, in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province. She emerged as a leading talent in Chinese cinema through critically acclaimed dramatic roles, earning major domestic film awards for her performances. Her career has been marked by collaborations with prominent Chinese directors across coming-of-age and drama films. She is regarded as one of the notable actresses of her generation in Chinese film. She continues to take on significant roles in Chinese cinema.
Zhou Dongyu
Actress
Zhou Dongyu is a Chinese actress born January 31, 1992, in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province. She emerged as a leading talent in Chinese cinema through critically acclaimed dramatic roles, earning major domestic film awards for her performances. Her career has been marked by collaborations with prominent Chinese directors across coming-of-age and drama films. She is regarded as one of the notable actresses of her generation in Chinese film. She continues to take on significant roles in Chinese cinema.
Movies (38 titles)
Plays Chen Nian
Better Days
2019
Plays Liu Qing
Animal World
2018
Plays Fang Xiaoxiao
Us and Them
2018
Plays Fan Guixia
The Founding of an Army
2017
Plays Tongtong
City of Rock
2017
Plays Circle
The Thousand Faces of Dunjia
2017
Plays Shen Tianran
Born to Fly
2023
Plays Jing
Under the Hawthorn Tree
2010
Plays Hospital Nurse (segment "Passing By")
My People, My Country
2019
Plays Nana
The Breaking Ice
2023
Plays Li Ansheng
SoulMate
2016
Plays Bella
Kung Fu Monster
2018
Plays Zhou Lijuan
Breakup Buddies
2014
Plays Gu Shengnan
This Is Not What I Expected
2017
Plays Chang Juan
Strangers When We Meet
2024
Plays Li Huilin
Under the Light
2023
Plays Chen Xiang
The Palace
2013
Plays Chen Miao
Trending Topic
2023
Plays Bai Qiezi
Run for Love
2016
Plays Xia Xiao
Embrace Again
2021
Plays Zhou Xinyi
Lost in White
2016
Plays Li Fei
Fire on the Plain
2025
Plays Xiao You
Never Said Goodbye
2016
Plays Hao Lili (voice)
Art College 1994
2025
Plays Zhou Ran
Tainted Love
2023
Plays Lu Shanshan
On the Balcony
2019
Plays Zhou Xiao Zhi
My Old Classmate
2014
Plays 沙果 (voice)
Mr. Nian
2016
Plays Emily
A Nail Clipper Romance
2017
Plays Hui Lan
Shanghai Noir
2015
Plays Lanzhou Girl
Tale of the Night
2023
Plays Taxi Passenger
Everybody's Fine
2016
Plays Zhou Lan
The Ark Of Mr. Chow
2015
TV Shows (6 titles)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Zhou Dongyu and where are they from?
Zhou Dongyu is 34 years old, born on January 31, 1992 in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China.
What are the most famous roles of Zhou Dongyu?
Zhou Dongyu is best known for roles in Better Days, Animal World, Us and Them.
How many movies has Zhou Dongyu been in?
Over a 16-year career (since 2010), Zhou Dongyu has appeared in 38 movies and 6 TV shows.
What was Zhou Dongyu's first movie?
The career of Zhou Dongyu began with Under the Hawthorn Tree (2010).
What is Zhou Dongyu's most recent movie or series?
Zhou Dongyu's most recent release is 周五晚高疯, which premiered on February 6, 2026.
What TV shows has Zhou Dongyu appeared in?
On television, Zhou Dongyu has appeared in Ancient Love Poetry, Go Fighting, I Can I BB, Divas Hit the Road.
Zhou Dongyu
1992-01-31 · Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, China
Zhou Dongyu is a celebrated Chinese actress, born on January 31, 1992, in Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China. She gained prominence for her role in Zhang Yimou's film "Under the Hawthorn Tree" (2010), which marked her debut in acting despite having no prior experience. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and several awards, establishing her as a rising star in Chinese cinema.
Zhou has since starred in numerous successful films, including "Soul Mate" (2016), which won her the Golden Horse Award for Best Leading Actress, and "Better Days" (2019), which earned her both the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actress and the Golden Rooster Award for Best Actress. She is recognized as one of the "Four Dan Actresses of the Post-90s Generation" in China, alongside Zheng Shuang, Guan Xiaotong, and Yang Zi.