Hong Kong’s beloved 2001 TV series A Step into the Past just rewound time – and box office history – with its blockbuster film adaptation! The recently released sequel, featuring original stars Louis Koo and Raymond Lam, has earned HK$30 million in four days locally and crossed 100 million yuan on the Chinese mainland since its December 31 debut. Talk about a time-travel glow-up! 🕰️
Fans are flooding social media with 🎞️ throwback clips of the original show, which mixed Game of Thrones-style political drama with sci-fi twists. The story follows a modern agent catapulted to China’s Warring States period – think ancient power struggles meets futuristic tech. Back in 2001, this genre-blending formula was revolutionary. Now, it’s serving major #ThrowbackThursday vibes for millennials while introducing Gen Z to Hong Kong’s cinematic legacy.
Industry analysts say the film’s success reveals a hunger for familiar stories in uncertain times. But can nostalgia alone power Hong Kong cinema’s future? For now, the numbers speak loud: This 25-year-old IP just schooled 2026’s new releases on fan loyalty. 🚀
