Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
"Eat well, stay alive."
Overview
Seeking a fresh start, chef Xu Fu travels to the Middle East to support his family and repay his debts. Alongside restaurant manager Ma Junsheng, he transforms the struggling Dragon Restaurant into a thriving business. But when war engulfs the city, their hard-won success is shattered and the restaurant becomes a refuge for those caught in the conflict. As danger closes in, Xu Fu must risk everything to protect his newfound community and preserve a small beacon of hope amid the devastation.
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Details
| Status: | Released |
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| Release Date: | 2026-08-08 |
| Revenue: | $305,600,000 |
| Production: | Bad Monkey (Shanghai) 上海坏猴子, 梦将军（上海）影业有限公司, Alibaba Pictures Group, China Film Group Corporation |
