Dear You
A young boy in rural China embarks on an emotional journey to Thailand to uncover the truth about his missing grandfather, guided only by old qiaopi letters and the fading memories of his grandmother.
“Be a person of integrity and loyalty.”
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'Dear You,' a Teochew-dialect family drama, has become one of China's most successful theatrical releases of 2026. CMC Pictures has acquired the rights for its theatrical distribution in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. The film is set to open in Australia and New Zealand on June 25, with a North American release following on June 26. The film's success in China highlights its growing international appeal.
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Edited by Hongchun LanShot by Tao HaiScored by Yihan Li
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2026 · Box office
Grossed $202.7M worldwide
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- AI · ReviewedJun 15, 2026
Chinese Film 'Dear You' Acquired for International Release
'Dear You,' a Teochew-dialect family drama, has become one of China's most successful theatrical releases of 2026. CMC Pictures has acquired the rights for its theatrical distribution in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. The film is set to open in Australia and New Zealand on June 25, with a North American release following on June 26. The film's success in China highlights its growing international appeal.
Variety
- AI · ReviewedJun 5, 2026
Chinese Drama 'Dear You' Expands to Global Theatres
'Dear You,' a Teochew-dialect family drama that became a major box office success in China in 2026, is set to debut internationally on June 18. Damai Entertainment, previously known as Alibaba Pictures, will manage the film's global theatrical distribution. Directed by Lan Hongchun, the film centers on Xiaowei, a young boy navigating family dynamics. The movie's international rollout marks a significant step in its global recognition and reflects growing interest in regional Chinese cinema. Damai Entertainment's involvement underscores the film's commercial and cultural potential beyond its domestic success.
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