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10 New Chinese Movies Coming to Theaters in 2024

Written by Sera Serinda A

Chinese cinema might not always be in the spotlight, but that doesn't mean it's quiet. Chinese filmmakers are working hard to treat their fans with a bunch of new movies ready for the big screen. They keep coming up with cool, new stories that grab your attention.

If you love Chinese movies, you'll know what makes them special. They cover all kinds of genres, and the mix of old traditions with modern life makes these films fun and thoughtful at the same time. So, if you're excited to see the latest from Chinese cinema, check out the list!

1. YOLO

Year 2024
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Cast Jia Ling Lei Jiayin Zhang Xiaofei
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The 2024 Chinese comedy-drama movie, directed by Jia Ling, is a fresh take on the 2014 Japanese film "100 Yen Love". It's a story about a woman's journey to turn her life around.

The main character, Du Leying (Jia Ling), used to be full of joy. But after college and a tough time at her last job, she ended up feeling down and jobless, staying at home for nearly a decade. She gained weight and stopped caring about how she looked.

Then, Leying decides it's time for a change. She starts by working on her appearance. That's when she meets Hao Kun (Lei Jaiyin), a boxing trainer searching for new members for his gym.

Their first meeting is a bit awkward, but Hao Kun sees potential in Leying and invites her to join the gym and start boxing. As they train together, their relationship grows, adding some color back into Leying's life. She even turns out to be quite a talented boxer!

2. Pegasus 2

Year 2024
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Cast Shen Teng Fan Chengcheng Sun Yizhou
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If you're into movies about sports, you can't miss Pegasus 2! It's the follow-up to the hit 2019 movie Pegasus. The Shanghai-based PMF Pictures Media and director Han Han have teamed up again for this new, exciting ride.

The story picks up with Zhang Chi (Shen Teng), a former racing star who's now a coach for young drivers. But coaching isn't as simple as it sounds. Zhang Chi is struggling to make things work.

Then, an amazing chance comes up. The head of Laotoule car factory, Mr. Laotoule (Jia Bing), asks Zhang Chi to get back on the race track and compete in the Bayanbulak rally. He needs Zhang Chi's help to save his factory from shutting down.

Zhang Chi jumps at the opportunity. He gathers a team of skilled drivers, including Li Xiaohai (Fan Chengcheng) and Liu Xiande (Sun Yizhou), ready to train hard and win the race.

3. Article 20

Year 2024
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Cast Lei Jia Yin Ma Li
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Directed by Zhang Yimou, this comedy-drama movie came out in 2024 and quickly became a hit. In just one week, it shot to the top and ruled the Chinese box office all around the world.

The movie focuses on Han Ming (Lei Jiayin), who just became a prosecutor at the City Prosecutor's Office. But life gets tough for him. He's swamped with loads of cases and has his hands full with family drama too. His son, Han Yuchen (Liu Yaowen), and wife, Li Maojuan (Ma Li), are always stirring up trouble.

And there's more on his plate: Han Ming constantly clashes with his coworker Lu Lingling (Gao Ye). Amidst all this chaos, the big question is: Can Han Ming manage his job, be a great dad, and a good husband all at once? Find out in the film "Article 20."

4. Eye for an Eye 2 

Year 2024
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Cast Xie Miao Yang En You
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This movie follows Cheng Xiazizi (Xie Miao), a blind swordsman who travels around making a living as a bounty hunter, helping those in need.

During his travels, Cheng bumps into a young girl named Zhang Xiaoyu (Yang Enyou). Zhang has run away because she's heartbroken over her family's tragic fate.

At first, Cheng isn't interested in having Zhang around because he thinks she'll slow him down. But Zhang is determined and begs Cheng to take her with him. Cheng finally agrees, but on one condition: Zhang must train to be his successor. Zhang accepts, hoping to become a warrior and seek revenge one day.

"Eye for an Eye 2" is a drama about a blind swordsman's exciting new journey. Yang Bing Jia, who directed the first movie, is back to direct this sequel too. With Xie Miao and Yang Enyou in the lead roles, this movie is really enjoyable!

5. Rob N Roll

Year 2024
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Cast Aaron Kwok Gordon Lam Richie Jen
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Looking for a funny action movie? We recommed you to watch "Rob N Roll" by director Albert Mark, starring big names like Aaron Kwok and Richie Jen! It's a story about a thief who gets his two buddies to help with a major heist.

Mui Lam Tin (Aaron Kwok) is a pro at pulling off robberies. He plans a huge heist and brings in his friends Robby (Gordon Lam) and Mo Yung Fai (Richie Jen). But everything goes wrong.

Not only does the plan flop, but the money Mui Lam Tin swiped goes missing, leaving him super stressed. Now, the three of them need to think smart and work together to recover their stolen cash while dodging a tough policewoman, Ginger (Maggie Cheung Ho Yee).

Can this trio pull off their mission without another disaster? Watch "Rob N Roll" to find out!

6. The Diamond Heist (2024)

Year 2024
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Cast Zhang Hao Erwo Wu
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Who doesn't love a good laugh mixed with some thrilling action? That's exactly what you get in the Chinese movie "The Diamond Heist." It's a part of the "Siping Police" series and is a rollercoaster of a story about two different groups of robbers accidentally crossing paths in a big diamond theft.

This story is about Zhang Hao, who has raised a young boy with all his heart. But when the boy becomes a teenager, he falls seriously ill and needs urgent surgery. With no money to pay for it, Zhang Hao and his brother decide to rob a jewelry store to cover the medical bills.

But here's where it gets funny – at the same time, a gang of professional thieves comes in to steal a priceless diamond. This mix-up leaves Zhang Hao and his brother totally baffled.

To make matters worse, the pro thieves mistake Zhang Hao and his brother for part of their crew. And just like that, these two find themselves in the middle of a huge heist they never saw coming. What happens next to them? You've got to watch "The Diamond Heist" to find out!

7. Orc King

Year 2024
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Cast Chen Jia He Zhou Yang Yue
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Featuring stars like Chan Jia He and Zhou Yang Yue, this movie tells the story of a mythical beast, a demon, searching for true love to survive.

The story starts on a joyous note, with a beautiful bride getting ready for her wedding. But the celebration turns to chaos when deer and bird demons suddenly show up and kidnap the bride right at the altar. The groom and his friends quickly set out to rescue her from the clutches of these demons.

This bride, it turns out, is not the first to be taken. Over the last hundred years, many young women have mysteriously vanished.

The demon is actually on a mission to avoid a thousand-year curse and is desperately looking for a partner. But will this demon, now in the form of a handsome man, manage to find what he's looking for?

8. The Journey of Flower

Year 2024
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Cast Chen Du Ling Toby Lee
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The book "Hua Qiangu" by Fresh Guoguo was so popular that it was turned into a TV show, "The Journey of Flower," in 2015. Then, in 2024, director Charlie Zhang brought it to the big screen. The movie is a romantic story about a teacher and his student.

Hua Qian Gu (Chen Du Ling) is an orphan girl with a unique power: she attracts supernatural beings. Because of this, people keep away from her, and she's left feeling lonely and unwanted.

One day, when she's in trouble, a kind-hearted immortal named Bai Zi Hua (Toby Lee) comes to save her. Bai Zi Hua, who leads the Chang Liu sect, cares about all living things on earth.

Seeing that Hua Qian Gu has nowhere to go, Bai Zi Hua invites her to become his disciple. As they spend time together, they start to have feelings for each other, which they hadn't expected.

Chinese movies are now as good as Hollywood films! They've got great storylines, filming, and special effects. Just take a look at "Star Abyss," directed and written by Zhang Xiaobei, and you'll see what I mean!

The film's plot is about starship officers who manage to survive a huge disaster.

Set in a future where humans have mastered technology and can zip between stars using jump gates, something goes wrong. A starship carrying a dozen people gets stuck, drifting in an unknown part of space.

Out of fifteen passengers, only four make it. As they struggle to stay alive, they're not alone – there's an alien creature on the loose. The survivors have to fight for their lives – it's either defeat the creature or face their end.

10. Follow Bear to Adventure

Year 2024
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Cast Bao Bei Er Pan Bin Long Jia Bing
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"Follow Bear to Adventure," also known as "What's in the Zoo?" is a remake of the 2020 South Korean movie "Secret Zoo." It's a fun story about a zoo staff's struggle to save their zoo from shutting down due to money problems.

The story centers on Shi Tou (Bao Bei Er), who works for a company but suddenly gets the crazy idea to take charge of a zoo that's almost broke. Shi Tou teams up with the zoo crew to bring the place back to life.

Getting the zoo back to its glory days is no small feat, but Shi Tou is not the type to give up. They come up with a wild and wacky plan: they'll dress up as the animals! Will this zany idea actually work?

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