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Once Upon a Time in the Middle East

First worldwide release
August 8, 2026
Score
9.0 / 10
Length
2h 21m
Language
ZH
DramaWar
🎬 Directed by Wen Muye 🌟 Shen Teng, Jiang Qiming, Omar Sherif, Aarif Rahman, Sherif Sabry

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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Release Rollout

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East opened first in China on August 8, 2026. The rollout continues across 8 countries, finishing in United States on October 9, 2026. In the United States, it arrives in theaters on October 9, 2026. The release date has changed once — most recently from June 13, 2026 to August 8, 2026.

Release Dates by Country
ChinaAug 8, 2026
AustraliaSep 11, 2026
Hong KongSep 11, 2026
MOSep 11, 2026
MalaysiaSep 11, 2026
New ZealandSep 11, 2026
SingaporeSep 17, 2026
JapanSep 18, 2026
United StatesOct 9, 2026
Release Date History
Sep 20, 2026United States release moved from Aug 8, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026
Aug 26, 2026Japan release moved from Aug 8, 2026 to Sep 18, 2026
Aug 26, 2026Australia release moved from Aug 8, 2026 to Sep 11, 2026
Aug 6, 2026United States release moved from Jun 13, 2026 to Aug 8, 2026
Aug 6, 2026Ukraine release moved from Jun 13, 2026 to Aug 8, 2026
Aug 6, 2026United Kingdom release moved from Jun 13, 2026 to Aug 8, 2026
Aug 6, 2026Sweden release moved from Jun 13, 2026 to Aug 8, 2026
Aug 6, 2026Spain release moved from Jun 13, 2026 to Aug 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions

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

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East was released on August 8, 2026.

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

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East releases in United States on October 9, 2026.

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

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East was released in Australia on September 11, 2026.

Who directed Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East was directed by Wen Muye.

How long is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?

Once Upon a Time in the Middle East has a runtime of 2h 21m.

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