The 2026 New Year film season is off to a record-breaking start, with box office earnings surpassing 3 billion yuan ($420 million) as of December 7! 🚀 The season, running from November 28 to December 31, has already smashed previous records, proving cinema is still king for holiday entertainment.
Leading the charge is Gezhi Town, an epic historical drama about Chinese civilians resisting Japanese aggression during WWII. Released December 6, it raked in 100 million yuan on opening day and 180 million yuan total with pre-sales—making it this season’s first blockbuster. 🍿 Moviegoers are praising its gripping storytelling and bold visuals, calling it 'a must-watch' on social media.
With major releases still lined up for late December, industry experts predict the 2026 New Year season could become China’s highest-grossing ever. 🎟️ Will your favorite film make the cut? Stay tuned!
