The Year of 2024 will bring a wave of new films to the big screens, with a line-up of highly anticipated movies set to be released on New Year’s day. Here are some of the most awaited films and their exciting storylines to look forward to:
1. Director: Zhang Yimou
Starring: Lei Jiayin/Ma Li/Zhao Liying/Gao Ye/Liu Yaowen/Zhang Yi/Yu Hewei
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “Legitimate Defense” tells the story of Han Ming who takes on a series of challenges after being transferred to the Municipal Procuratorate. The film delves into the battle between love and law, and the constant struggle to balance career and family.
2. Director: Jia Ling
Starring: Jia Ling/Lei Jiayin/Zhang Xiaofei/Yang Zi/Sha Yi
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “Changing Life” narrates the inspirational journey of Le Ying, a girl who decides to change her life after years of isolation and encounter with boxing coach Hao Kun.
3. Director: Han Yan
Starring: Peng Yuchang/Li Gengxi/Xu Fan/Gao Yalin
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “Relay of Life” takes the audience through a touching and uplifting journey of love and strength, as Lu Tu and Ling Min embark on a path of healing.
4. Director: Han Han
Starring: Shen Teng/Fan Chengcheng/Yin Zheng/Zhang Benyu/Sun Yizhou
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “The Last Bayinbrook Rally” follows the story of Zhang Chi, a former champion driver who becomes a driving school instructor and is offered a chance to compete in the rally by the director of Laotoule Automobile Factory.
5. Director: Ning hao
Starring: Andy Lau/Shan Liwen/Rima Xidan/Yu Weiguo
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “Chasing Stardom” brings a comedic twist to the entertainment industry, portraying the journey of Hong Kong superstar Liu Weichi in his quest to win the Best Actor Award.
6. Director: Lin Huida
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “Bear Bears: Space-Time Adventure” takes the audience on a whimsical journey as Bald Qiang embarks on a space-time adventure to save Xiong Da Xiong Er.
7. Director: He Ranhao
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: The film is based on the war between heaven, man, and demon, and tells the story of Marshal Tianpeng’s journey of self-discovery and love.
8. Director: Baicho/Guanji
Release date: 2024-02-10 New Year’s Day
Summary of the story: “Huang Pi: The Money Cat” narrates the journey of Huang Pi as he tries to repay the kindness of the ancestor of the God of Wealth by planting a money tree.
9. Director: Peng Fa
Starring: Ng Chun-yu/ Simon Yam/ Cheng Yuanyuan/ Tang Wenlong/ Liu Yingyi
Release date: 2024-02-16 The seventh day of the Lunar New Year
Summary of the story: The film focuses on the showdown between a person committing crimes in the name of a “savior” and the Hong Kong police.
An exciting line-up of films indeed, but which one are you most looking forward to? Do not forget to cast your vote at the end of the article.
Source of data: Official Weibo accounts of major Spring Festival films, Beijing News
Editor Chang Jiang
Proofread by Zhao Lin