China's box office passes 31 billion yuan, led by domestic films

As of October 11, China's box-office earnings for 2026 had topped 31 billion yuan ($4.6 billion), including advance ticket sales.

Eight of the year's top 10 box-office hits were domestic films.

The top 10 spans a range of genres, from the racing comedy Pegasus 3 and the martial arts film Blades of the Guardians to the family drama Dear You , folk-culture stories such as All Wishes Come True! , and the animated Boonie Bears franchise.

Nine films have each grossed more than 1 billion yuan this year.

Some have also won praise for their storytelling and characters.

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East , All Wishes Come True! and Dear You have drawn audiences with stories touching on everyday life, family relationships and Chinese traditions.

Chinese films are also reaching audiences overseas.

Dear You , All Wishes Come True! and Once Upon a Time in the Middle East have been released in overseas cinemas, taking Chinese stories to viewers in other markets.