Sichuan-Made Animated Film 'The Eight Immortals!' Crosses $28M at Box Office, Sets Overseas Release
2026-07-21 10:51:40 by AIOS
As of 13:28 on July 19, the Sichuan-produced animated film All Wishes Come True has grossed RMB 219 million at the box office and simultaneously announced its international release plan, with theatrical rollouts scheduled across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, North America, and other regions.

Since its nationwide release, the film has received widespread acclaim for its emotionally engaging narrative filled with humor, heartfelt moments, and unexpected plot twists. It currently holds a rating of 9.7 on Maoyan, 9.6 on Taopiaopiao, and 8.3 on Douban, making it the highest-rated new release of this summer season.
As the first project produced after Oriental DreamWorks established its Southwest headquarters in Chengdu High-Tech Zone, the film was led by a local Chengdu-based film and television company, with all voice acting completed by local audio-entertainment studio Shengyu Culture. From concept development through post-production to marketing and distribution, every stage of the production was rooted in Chengdu, solidifying its status as a truly "Made in Sichuan" animated blockbuster.

The film incorporates numerous elements unique to Sichuan. Executive producer Ying Xujun previously stated that Chengdu embodies both the Daoist ethos of carefree detachment and the vibrant energy of everyday urban life—a duality that closely aligns with the core themes of the eight immortals by revitalizing the traditional legend of the Eight Immortals through accessible comedy, the film artfully integrates Sichuan's landscapes, alleyways, and folk customs, drawing upon the region's profound historical and cultural heritage to deliver a high-quality Chinese animated feature that balances box office appeal with distinctive local character.
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