Once Upon a Time in the Middle East

2026 2h 21m ★8.9

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East

“Eat well, stay alive.”

This movie is "Once Upon a Time in the Middle East" and story line : Xu Fu travels to the Middle East to work as a chef in a Chinese restaurant to pay off family debts, where he meets floor manager Ma Junsheng. Their Dragon Restaurant rises to fame, attracting crowds with authentic‑tasting Chinese food. But war breaks out, and local conditions take a drastic turn for the worse. No one can remain unaffected. What lies ahead for them? And how will the Dragon Restaurant hold on amid the war?

Release Date August 8, 2026
Runtime 2h 21m
Country China
Language Chinese
Director Wen Muye
Category Drama, War
Rating 8.9 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 2026
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