What to Watch This Week | 11 Recent Picks Worth Your Time

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Recent highlights: [US series] The Pitt Medical Frontline Season 2, [Animation] Chinese Tales 2, [Animation] Jujutsu Kaisen: Culling Game – Part 1, [Film] 3670, [British series] Industry Season 4, [US series] The Mistletoe Murders Season 2, [Taiwan series] Life Is for Rent, Not for Sale, [Japanese series] The Private Aesthetic of Kyotoites: Rouge Inheritance, [Animation] Fate/Strange Fake, [Animation] Primal Season 3

Several exciting trailers: official trailer for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2, new trailer for Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Witch of Circe, teaser trailer for One Piece Season 2, first trailer for The Mummy, first trailer for Euphoria Season 3

Several pieces of film & TV news: Wuthering Heights confirmed for import, The Shining set for mainland China release on January 30, The Dark Bride! set for mainland China release on March 6, Sanctuary set for mainland China release on January 30

[US Series] The Pitt: Medical Frontline – Season 2

Keywords: Drama / Medical
Also known as: The Pitt Season 2
Runtime: approx. 50 minutes per episode × 15 episodes
Where to watch: HBO; Douban link

One hour between life and death.

@潘誉晗： July 4, Independence Day in the United States. Ten months have passed since the end of last season, yet the music festival incident still weighs heavily on Robby’s already battered psyche. He decides that after finishing today’s shift, he will take a long vacation and give himself a proper break. But the emergency room doesn’t become any easier just because Robby’s leave is approaching. The newly appointed doctor comes from a battlefield hospital background, sharp and decisive in his actions—completely different from Robby’s style. Dr. Landon has also returned to work, but his past struggles with drug addiction and the incident of stealing medication have damaged his credibility, so he has been assigned to triage duties instead.

The critically acclaimed series The Pitt: Medical Frontline, which swept numerous awards during the awards season, returns with its second season, continuing the first season’s structure of telling one hour of story per episode, recreating the extreme tension of the emergency room. This follow-up is full of sincerity, bringing us many real-life cases. Combined with highly mature special-effects makeup, every treatment scene is rendered in stark, flesh-and-blood realism (not recommended viewing during meals). The gritty visuals and overwhelming sense of pressure stand as a tribute to those doctors who are always running through hospital corridors.

[Animation] Yao – Chinese Folktales 2

Keywords: short-film anthology
Also known as: Yao – Chinese Folktales 2
Runtime: variable per episode × 9 episodes, updated every Thursday
Where to watch: Bilibili; Douban link

The dragon in our village simply doesn’t have horns.

@SHY: Co-produced once again by the Shanghai Animation Film Studio, Yao – Chinese Folktales 2 continues to gather creative talents from all walks of life. Each episode is crafted by a different creative team, turning ideas from their minds into highly free-form animated shorts, with even greater diversity in both subject matter and style. So far, four episodes have been released, each with its own distinct flavor, and all maintaining a solid level of quality.

In Episode 1, three snake demons who impersonate the Dragon King go from stealing incense offerings to taking responsibility, earning the villagers’ respect through their actions. Episode 2 draws from the Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio story “The Man in the Ear,” in which a bewildered scholar falls into layers of nested illusions, with atmosphere handled exceptionally well. Episode 3 moves to a modern setting, where animals in cages harbor their own thoughts, and a little bear longing for the performance hall finally finds a place to belong. Episode 4, rendered in delicate felt-style stop motion, explores the relationship between mother and child, showing that learning to let go at the right time is also a form of love.

With fantasy as the outer layer and real-world concerns at its core, the creators reflect on and explore meaning across multiple dimensions, striving to tell Chinese stories well. After being reassured by these initial episodes, there’s every reason to believe the rest of the season won’t disappoint, carrying forward the strong reputation established by Season 1. At the same time, I sincerely hope this season will produce another standout episode like The Summer of the Little Monster—one that can in turn give rise to a new animated feature that succeeds both critically and commercially, adding yet another brick to the foundation of China’s animation industry.

[Animation] Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game – Part 1

Keywords: manga adaptation / fantasy / action
Also known as: 呪術廻戦死滅回游前編 / Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game Part 1
Runtime: 24 minutes per episode × number of episodes TBA, updated every Thursday
Where to watch: Bahamut Anime Crazy; Douban link

Love and hate entwined, held tightly together.

@SHY: After the “Shibuya Incident,” Yuji Itadori’s suspended sentence is revoked, and the special-grade sorcerer Yuta Okkotsu is tasked with carrying out his execution. At the same time, the deadly game “Culling Game,” orchestrated by Kenjaku, begins, and Megumi Fushiguro’s sister, Tsumiki, is also caught up in it. Entering the barrier, Yuji and the others face powerful enemies while searching for even the faintest chance to save those involved.

Compared with the safe-and-steady approach of Demon Slayer, another flagship shōnen adaptation of the 2020s, Jujutsu Kaisen gives its animators far more room to fully unleash their creativity. Shota Goshozono, who made his directorial debut in Season 2, goes even further this time, injecting the series with a strong personal style. Although this arc in the manga has already shown signs of decline, the anime thoroughly digests the source material and reconstructs it where appropriate. With MAPPA’s top-tier animation, rough sketches are transformed into exhilarating, extended action sequences.

Brimming with ideas, the animation team makes a bold statement right from the opening’s storyboards, racing across multiple styles, packing in countless Easter eggs, and syncing perfectly with King Gnu’s music—so good you’ll want to loop it endlessly. The main episodes add even more flair through agile camera movement and striking lighting effects. Even the long stretches of exposition in Episode 3, which could have been dull, are enlivened by an abundance of clever staging, evoking more than a hint of Evangelion. Nearly flawless as an adaptation, this may well be the most experimental big-budget commercial anime of the moment.

[Film] 3670

Keywords: Drama / LGBTQ
Runtime: 124 minutes; Douban link

The two of us are so lonely.

@潘誉晗： Within South Korea’s gay community, there is a numerical code, “367,” which means going to Exit 6 of Jongno 3-ga in Seoul at 7 p.m. On this day, Cheol-jun stands there, hands in his pockets, looking around with quiet anticipation. Sadly, cars and people pass by, and not a single one stops for him. Exit 6 of Jongno 3-ga, 7 p.m., no one there—perhaps this is the true meaning of “3670.” This opening, rich with symbolism, draws back the curtain on the film and introduces its protagonist, Cheol-jun: a North Korean defector, and a gay man.

In recent years, more and more works have turned their gaze toward sexual minorities, but a film like this—combining the experience of North Korean defectors with that of the gay community—made its first appearance as a dark horse at the 26th Jeonju International Film Festival. Through Cheol-jun, we see an individual consumed by loneliness: in the city, he conceals both his identity as a defector and his sexual orientation. Caught between these two selves, he struggles to find a way out for his soul. The film is delicate and poetic, its quiet sorrow seemingly light on the surface, yet it silently conveys the deep, hidden pain carried in the heart.

[British Series] Industry Season 4

Keywords: Drama / Finance
Also known as: Industry Season 4
Runtime: approx. 52 minutes per episode × 8 episodes
Where to watch: HBO; Douban link

Without an economic function, society buries you before you’re dead. (没有经济能力，在你死之前，社会就会埋葬你。)

@潘誉晗： Harper and Yasmin’s careers are progressing better than ever. Each is shining in her own field, though challenges still await. Harper, now working at an asset management firm, initially believes her abilities have finally been recognized. But when her boss tells her the truth, she realizes it is her Black identity that the company values—as a polished piece of public-facing symbolism. Yasmin’s marriage into a wealthy family may look glamorous from the outside, yet trapped within it, she feels only emptiness. Meanwhile, a financial journalist named Jim gets in touch with Harper, hoping to interview her.

After a year’s absence, Industry finally returns with its fourth season. The very first episode is packed with information, instantly prompting viewers to sigh, “Yes—this is that familiar feeling.” This season centers on a fintech company that appears to be thriving, but in reality built its fortune on gray-area businesses and porn-related payment services. Enormous profits bring endless temptations, and Harper and Yasmin find themselves standing on opposite sides as a result. Perhaps this is simply what lies at the heart of the financial storm: money is the only true god, profit is everything, love can be sold, and friendship can be betrayed.

[US Series] Mistletoe Murders – Season 2

Keywords: Drama / Mystery / Thriller
Also known as: Mistletoe Murders Season 2
Runtime: approx. 42 minutes per episode × 6 episodes; Douban link

It’s Christmas again—seems like it’s time for a few murders.

@潘誉晗： Eleven months ago, unwilling to reveal her secret, Emily parted ways with Sam on bad terms, and the two even cut off contact as a result. Sam’s daughter, Violet, however, has remained in touch with Emily. She says she wants to return to work at Emily’s shop and often shares her life with her. During this time, at the request of her English teacher and chess club advisor Henry, Violet has been helping a boy with his English studies. Then one day, Henry disappears. The vice principal claims Henry resigned in a hurry, but Emily senses that things are not so simple.

The series continues its pace of one case every two episodes, and this season weaves in Emily’s past experiences throughout her investigations. This dual-track narrative not only gives viewers a deeper understanding of Emily, but also further enriches her character. She is solving cases, yes—but she is also using the pursuit of truth as a form of psychological self-rescue, slowly healing her own trauma. Like sunlight filtering through the leaves of mistletoe, it may be only a faint glimmer, but it is enough to give Emily strength. And beyond the cases themselves, the lingering romantic tension between Emily and Sam remains just as compelling.

[US Series] The Rookie – Season 8

Keywords: Drama / Comedy
Also known as: The Rookie Season 8
Runtime: approx. 43 minutes per episode × 18 episodes; Douban link

So what if he’s old? That just means he’s experienced.

@潘誉晗：With an upgraded budget, the eighth season opens by moving the action to Prague. To capture a dangerous arms dealer, the police strike a deal with an old acquaintance, Monica, with Nolan going undercover as a bodyguard and his wife Bailey posing as his assistant. Together, they carry out the mission abroad—while also enjoying a second honeymoon. Back in Los Angeles, the rest of the team pulls its weight as well, raiding the arms dealer’s hideout under Lieutenant Gray’s command. Meanwhile, Lucy and Tim make up and begin their sweet life of cohabitation.

The long-running crime comedy The Rookie remains reassuringly steady in its eighth season. Focusing on the idea of a “second start in life for men over 40,” the series paints a well-rounded portrait of someone choosing to begin again in middle age. Nolan is no longer young—his hair is streaked with gray, and his stamina can’t match that of younger officers—but he still carries the drive to fight on. Who says life has to slow down after 40? Who says you can’t be on the front lines just because you’re no longer young? Nolan shows viewers, through his own actions, the meaning of refusing to bow out. Over eight seasons, he has grown step by step from an aging rookie into a trustworthy police officer, delivering a simple but powerful message: don’t give up easily.

[Taiwan Series] Life Is for Rent, Not for Sale

Keywords: Drama / Comedy
Runtime: approx. 45 minutes per episode × 12 episodes; Douban link

Is it ideals and ability—or a lousy job with a lousy boss?

@利兹与青鸟： He Xingqi’s parents divorced when she was young. When she was seventeen or eighteen, her father passed away and the house was transferred to her aunt, forcing her—through sheer bad luck—into a life of renting. One day out of the blue, she receives a call from a lawyer: her deceased mother has left behind a well-located property, but it must be jointly inherited with a certain Mr. Cheng Xuan. Mr. Cheng is the director of Xinghe Property Management Services, and he promises that if He Xingqi works at his firm for a full year, he will give her the other half of the property—on the condition that her performance meets expectations. And so, the odd-job worker He Xingqi suddenly finds both a job and a home falling from the sky. She becomes a salesperson at this company, which specializes in rental brokerage and property management, and begins a brand-new life of outwitting clients and navigating the world of real estate rentals.

This Taiwanese series, spoken in Hokkien, unfolds Taipei’s rental ecosystem in a lighthearted comedic tone. It touches on people from different social classes and vulnerable groups, while also explaining various types of rental arrangements and emerging policies—such as government-subsidized social housing rented out at 20% below market rates. The female lead’s dopamine-bright outfits are eye-catching; she’s playful and quick-witted, yet also a bit of a greenhorn. As she takes on more clients, conflicts and complications pile up one after another. Her sweet, cute voice belies a sharp tongue—she often voices the audience’s complaints outright, adding plenty of charm. Each episode ends on a small cliffhanger, making it easy for viewers to slip into her perspective and, through her doubts and struggles, explore the many faces of life reflected in the industry.

[Japanese Series] The Secret Delights of Kyotoites: Rouge — Inheritance

Keywords: Drama
Also known as: 京都人の密かな愉しみ Rouge 継承
Runtime: approx. 45 minutes per episode × 9 episodes; Douban link

The beauty of Kyoto.

@利兹与青鸟： Born in Kyoto and raised in Paris, Lo comes to Kyoto to study at her father’s suggestion and attempts to inherit a traditional wagashi shop—Kuraya Harunobu, a centuries-old establishment with over 200 years of history and eight generations of craftsmanship. The shop has become part of Kyoto’s cultural fabric, yet now faces the prospect of having no successor. Whether out of a momentary impulse or because her Kyoto DNA has been stirred, Lo sets foot on her homeland for the first time as an adult and begins touring the city’s famous sights: praying to the Thousand-Armed, Thousand-Eyed Kannon at Rengeō-in (Sanjūsangen-dō), hopping across stepping stones on the Kamo River, and gazing over the water from Nijō Bridge, slowly feeling her connection to this ancient capital.

The Secret Delights of Kyotoites series has aired seven installments since 2015, all directed and written by Takashi Minamoto, developing a style uniquely its own. It frequently weaves in Kyoto’s humanistic history, possessing the classical restraint of a documentary and the refined beauty of a travelogue, all infused with the dry, sharp-edged humor characteristic of Kyoto locals, as it gently tells the story of this Kyoto family. The very first episode uses the Eleven-Faced Kannon as a metaphor for how Kyotoites rarely reveal their true feelings, introducing the story’s background and its somewhat complex web of relationships—making it easy to slip in even if you haven’t seen the previous entries. The slow, tender piano soundtrack also calms the mind and draws you onward, as you begin to wonder how Lo will carry on this century-old shop amid the collision of cultures and generations.

[Animation] Fate/strange Fake

Keywords: novel adaptation / fantasy / action
Also known as: Fate/strange Fake
Runtime: 24 minutes per episode × 13 episodes, updated every Saturday
Where to watch: Bahamut Anime Crazy; Douban link

Art is a gas explosion!

@SHY: Several years after the Fifth Holy Grail War, anomalies emerge in the snowy city of Snowfield in the western United States. Masters and Servants gather upon a false pedestal, acting according to their own designs. Yet when the Saber class—one that should not exist—is summoned, the “false Holy Grail War” is elevated into a real one, and a grand banquet of magi and heroic spirits begins.

What, then, is the core appeal of the Fate series? Fashionably mysterious worldbuilding and spectacular clashes between legendary heroes from different eras surely rank at the top. And these two elements are precisely the specialties of author Ryohgo Narita. A master of ensemble storytelling, he writes without a single absolute protagonist; instead, dozens of characters enter from the outset, each with an origin more outrageous than the last. Through deft multi-perspective shifts and carefully arranged moments in the spotlight for everyone, he stages the ultimate all-out brawl of godlike combatants, fulfilling every chūnibyō fantasy about the Holy Grail War.

The anime adaptation by A-1 Pictures knows exactly where to place its focus. While preserving the main narrative spine, it heavily compresses the novel’s quieter, dialogue-driven sections to ensure that each episode delivers heavyweight action scenes. Starting with the “Gil vs. Enkidu clash” in the prologue Whispers of Dawn, explosive highlights arrive one after another, producing countless iconic moments. Lavish animation resources paired with Hiroyuki Sawano’s thunderous score—how could it be described as anything less than exhilarating? This fantasy carnival, balancing both serious drama and outrageous spectacle, stands as the season’s strongest popcorn anime, and has all the makings of becoming many young viewers’ first Fate experience.

[Animation] Primal – Season 3

Keywords: Fantasy / Action / Adventure
Also known as: Primal Season 3
Runtime: 22 minutes per episode × 10 episodes, updated every Sunday
Where to watch: HBO Max; Douban link

Death is not the end.

@SHY: After the generational handover at the end of Season 2, most viewers probably assumed that Spear’s daughter—riding a dragon into battle in the final scene—would take over as the new protagonist. But this series has never followed convention. At the start of Season 3, Spear, who should have been long dead, is resurrected as a walking corpse. After breaking free from control by accident, he is left with nothing but his body, wandering by instinct until fragments of memory begin to ripple back to the surface.

According to creator Genndy Tartakovsky, he originally intended Season 2 to be the end of the series, until this irresistible idea suddenly took shape. Carrying forward the elements that set the earlier seasons apart, the new season uses sharp, forceful storytelling to sketch out the full spectrum of life in this brutal, survival-of-the-fittest land. Now a zombie, the protagonist can withstand even more damage—and strikes with far less restraint, embodying a blood-soaked aesthetic of violence through deadly, flesh-and-bone combat that sets the pulse racing.

Stripped of reason and emotion, the protagonist severs his ties with the past, yet in a sense this brings the series closer to its origins, returning to the mysterious and restrained primal adventure of its opening. As blurred fragments gradually come into focus, Spear follows the traces he once left behind, embarking on a long journey to rediscover himself and reclaim his humanity, reexamining the world from another perspective. With its striking visuals and bold narrative voice, this critically acclaimed, hard-edged adult animation is poised to carry its legacy forward.

[Film] Into the Line of Fire
@潘誉晗: Based on a true story, the film follows foreign correspondent Ma Xiao and doctor Pan Wenjia as they accompany engineer Miao Feng to repair a base station—only to be kidnapped by terrorists. Faced with a ransom demand of USD 5 million per person, they begin a 105-day struggle for survival. Thanks to extensive research into the incident and related materials, the film is rendered with delicacy and realism: sandstorms, explosions, bloodshed, and the inhuman brutality of the militants. War is always cruel—we should stay far from it and cherish peace.

[US Series] His and Her Lies
@Sholmes: A murder occurs in a small town near Atlanta. Both Jake, the investigator on the case, and Anna, the anchor reporting on it, know the victim, Rachel. On the night Rachel was killed, Jake was on a date with her in a car in the woods, while Anna watched coldly from not far away. To conceal their connections to the victim, Jake and Anna can only rely on lies. Told through dual perspectives, the series probes the boundary between truth and falsehood, constructing a multilayered narrative maze about deception and self-preservation.

[Japanese Series] Tokyo P.D.: Metropolitan Police Public Relations Division 2
@Sholmes: Imaizumi is a criminal investigator who is unexpectedly transferred to the Metropolitan Police Department’s Public Relations Division, tasked with dealing with the media—an assignment that leaves him confused and resistant. A woman is stabbed to death in Sumida Ward, and the investigation points to Yajima, a police officer who had been stalking the victim for a long time. To cover up the scandal, Hashimoto, head of the Internal Affairs Division, forcibly frames an innocent homeless man as the culprit. Imaizumi attempts to uncover the truth through indirect means. Using criminal cases and media reporting as its entry points, the series combines social relevance with strong suspense.

[Japanese Series] The Counterproof of Sirius
@Sholmes: Lawyer Fujishima is devoted to defending the wrongfully convicted and seeking retrials. Miyahara, who was sentenced to death in the “Yoshidakawa Incident” 25 years ago, sends Fujishima a letter claiming his innocence. Fujishima begins reinvestigating the cold case, challenging an almost impossible bid for a retrial. The series not only traces the painstaking search for truth, but also portrays a broader human landscape—Fujishima’s own trauma, the suffering of death-row inmates’ families—imbuing this story about judicial justice with deep compassion.

[Korean Series] UDT: Our Neighborhood Task Force
@潘誉晗: This neighborhood is something else. Insurance investigator Choi Kang is a former UDT demolition expert; hardware store owner Kwak Byeong-nam is an ex–special forces soldier; and the supermarket owner is a formidable former drill instructor. After retirement, all they want is a quiet life—but a string of explosions in the neighborhood prompts the three to join forces to protect their home. Perfectly blending action and comedy, the series moves at a brisk pace, and its theme of safeguarding family and community is warm and touching.

[Ireland] Leonard and Hungry Paul
@潘誉晗: Leonard and Paul are two quiet friends. Leonard carries a gentle air of melancholy, has few particular interests, and finds his only real pleasure in playing board games at Paul’s house. Paul lives with his parents, leading an equally subdued life. Adapted from the novel of the same name, the series depicts the everyday existence of two men well into adulthood—days without many highs or dramatic turns. Yet it is precisely this restrained, tranquil simplicity that makes you feel that perhaps life is meant to be this way.

📅 This Week’s New Trailers

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – Season 2 | Official Trailer

On January 11, the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – Season 2 released its official trailer, announcing that the opening theme will be performed by Mrs. GREEN APPLE. The series will begin airing on January 16. Adapted from the manga by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe, the anime is directed by Tomoya Kitagawa with Keiichiro Saito as series director, and produced by MADHOUSE. It follows the journey of the elven mage Frieren. Source

Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Witch of Circe | New Trailer

On January 16, the animated film Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Witch of Circe released a trailer featuring its theme song. The film will premiere in Japan on January 30. Adapted from the novel of the same name by Yoshiyuki Tomino, it is directed by Shukou Murase, written by Yasuyuki Mutou, with music by Hiroyuki Sawano, and produced by Sunrise. Voice cast includes Kensho Ono, Reina Ueda, Junichi Suwabe, Soma Saito, and others. Source

One Piece – Season 2 | Teaser Trailer

On January 12, the live-action TV series One Piece released a “Baroque Works” version teaser trailer for its second season, which will debut on Netflix on March 10. Starring Iñaki Godoy, Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, Jacob Gibson, Taz Skylar, and others, the Straw Hat crew sets sail from Loguetown, crosses Reverse Mountain, and arrives at the Grand Line, with characters such as Smoker, Robin, Vivi, and Chopper making their appearances. Source

The Mummy | First Teaser Trailer

On January 13, the film The Mummy released its first teaser trailer and is scheduled to open in North America on April 17. Produced by James Wan and directed by Lee Cronin (Evil Dead Rise), the film stars Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, and May Calamawy. When a journalist’s daughter mysteriously disappears in the desert, what should have been a joyful reunion gradually turns into a living nightmare. Source

Euphoria – Season 3 | First Trailer

On January 14, HBO’s hit series Euphoria released the first trailer for its third season, set to premiere on April 12. Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Eric Dane, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Colman Domingo, Rosalía, Alexa Demie, and Maude Apatow return. With high school behind them, the characters step into very different paths in life. Source

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The film Avengers 5: Doomsday released a new in-theater trailer, announcing the return of the Fantastic Four and the Wakandans. The previous three in-theater trailers had already confirmed the return of superheroes such as Captain America, the X-Men, and Thor. Robert Downey Jr. returns as the main villain Doctor Doom, with the Russo brothers directing. The film is scheduled to be released in North America on December 18. Source

The series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters – Season 2 released a teaser trailer. Kurt Russell, Anna Sawai, Kiersey Clemons, Ren Watabe, Hiroyuki Sanada, and others return to star. The fierce battles between Godzilla and the Titans will level San Francisco, leading into a shocking new world where monsters truly exist. The season will premiere on Apple TV on February 27. Source

The Los Angeles Heist released a new official trailer: starring Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, Mark Ruffalo, and Barry Keoghan; directed by Bart Layton (American Animals) and co-written with Peter Straughan (Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy). Adapted from the novel of the same name by Don Winslow, the film will be released in North America on February 13.

📽 Film & TV News Weekly

Wuthering Heights confirmed for mainland China release

On January 12, the film Wuthering Heights was confirmed for release in mainland China, along with the launch of its trailer and poster. The release date is yet to be announced. Directed by Emerald Fennell (Saltburn) and starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, with Zhou Hong, Alison Oliver, Owen Cooper, and others also appearing, the film tells the tragic and intense love story between the orphan Heathcliff and Catherine, daughter of the Earnshaw family. Source

The Shining set for mainland China release on January 30

On January 14, Stanley Kubrick’s legendary masterpiece The Shining released its mainland China release trailer and poster, announcing that it will hit Chinese theaters for the first time on January 30 in 2D, CINITY, and IMAX formats. Starring Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, and Danny Lloyd, the film follows writer Jack, his wife Wendy, and their son Danny as they move into a remote mountain hotel, where eerie events begin to unfold. Source

The Dark Bride! set for mainland China release on March 6

On January 16, the film The Dark Bride! released its mainland China release trailer and poster, confirming a simultaneous release with North America on March 6. Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale, the story follows the lonely Frankenstein monster, who begs Dr. Euphronius to create a companion for him. Together, they successfully revive a young woman who was murdered. Source

Sanctuary set for mainland China release on January 30

On January 15, the action thriller Sanctuary released its mainland China release trailer and poster, announcing a simultaneous release with North America on January 30. Directed by Ric Roman Waugh and starring Jason Statham, the film centers on Mason, a former elite agent living in seclusion on a remote island. After unexpectedly rescuing a young girl named Jessie, he is forced back into his old life, launching a no-retreat battle to protect her. Source

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