Films · 2026
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East (2026)
Eat well, stay alive.
Synopsis
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.
Cast and information
- Release date
- 2026-08-08
- Rating
- 8.8/10 (52)
- Duration
- 141 min
- Genre
- Drama, War
