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In Theaters · October 9, 2026

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
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NR Drama · War

Eat well, stay alive.

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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The Trailer

First look: the Once Upon a Time in the Middle East trailer

Dropped October 7, 2026

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The setup

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East (2026)

Opening against Other Mommy, this one will be fighting for the same weekend conversation.

It hits the big screen on October 9, 2026.

Behind the camera

The history behind Once Upon a Time in the Middle East

The film comes from Bad Monkey (Shanghai) 上海坏猴子, 梦将军（上海）影业有限公司 and Alibaba Pictures Group. Wen Muye directs, with writing credits for Lang Qunli and Wei Zhong. The finished film runs 2 hours 21 minutes. It carries a NR rating in the US.

Meet the cast

Who you’ll see in the trailer

Shen Teng, Jiang Qiming and Omar Sherif lead the cast. Shen Teng plays Xu Fu.

Why hit record on this one

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When does Once Upon a Time in the Middle East come out?

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East is scheduled to open in US theaters on October 9, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.

Who stars in Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?

Shen Teng, Jiang Qiming, Omar Sherif, Aarif Rahman and Sherif Sabry lead the cast, directed by Wen Muye.

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