
More than 10 films are scheduled for the National Day, covering comedy, suspense and other diverse themes; many places have launched the new "Movie+" gameplay, and holiday cultural consumption continues to heat up
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During the National Day holiday in 2026, many new movies will be released, and theaters will begin to experiment with live broadcasts of sports events and diversified business operations.
According to network platform data
2026 National Day schedule (October 1-October 7)
Total box office (including pre-sales) exceeded 300 million
"Trace of the Detective"
"What does it mean to be a couple"
"Avengers 4: Endgame (Plus Premium Edition)"
Temporarily ranked among the top three in the National Day box office list
Several films scheduled for National Day release
Rich types and full of attractions
National Day holiday this year
The film market welcomes many new films
The film lineup continues to increase
Up to now
More than 10 films have been scheduled for National Day release
Covering comedy, suspense, romance, animation and other diverse themes
Rich types and full of attractions
Meet the viewing preferences of different audiences
Let’s take a sneak peek
"Trace of the Detective"
Highlights
"Trace of the Detective" tells the story of Cui Xun, a trace inspection expert who grew from an underappreciated technician to a legendary figure who has repeatedly set precedents. He worked side by side with forensic doctor Huang Rende and criminal policeman Wang Weiguo, and worked together to solve many major cases.
The film is based on real cases and integrates breakthroughs and developments in criminal investigation technology into the case investigation narrative. Through multiple cases in different eras, the audience can not only see the perseverance of generations of criminal investigators, but also see them support each other under limited conditions, repeatedly compare and verify from the smallest traces, and step by step open the door to the truth.
"What does it mean to be a couple"
Highlights
"What Do You Mean Couple" stars Xiao Shenyang and Shen Chunyang. The film tells the funny story of a couple who have been married for many years and are forced to experience each other's lives after an unexpected "soul" exchange.
"Rebirth 2"
Highlights
"Rebirth 2" continues the realistic narrative style of the previous game, telling the story of two victims who lost their loved ones, working together to track down the crime and break through the darkness. Liang Luoshi, Man Junhui, Sammo Hung, Bai Ke, Aruna and other powerful actors co-starred in the plot, which is tense and suspenseful.
"Reconnaissance"
Highlights
"Detective War" tells the story of a detective trapped in a trap after a secret room murder case, unraveling lies amidst numerous doubts, and fighting against multiple forces. The film stars Louis Koo and Zisha, and a number of powerful actors such as Simon Yam and Tse Kwan-ho compete on the same stage. It is full of suspense and tension.
"Peppa Pig·Perfect Vacation"
Highlights
"Peppa Pig - Perfect Holiday" is the first three-dimensional animated film in the "Peppa Pig" series. The story tells the story of a sudden storm that brought Page to China. Peppa Pig unlocks wonderful adventures along the way until she reunites with her family and has the perfect vacation. The film continues the consistent warm and cute style of the series and is suitable for the whole family to watch and share a warm time.
"Resident Evil: Outbreak Night"
Highlights
The "Resident Evil" series returns after nine years with a new game. "Resident Evil: Outbreak Night" tells the story of Brian, an ordinary person who was accidentally caught in a biochemical catastrophe in the city. He used his meager power to fight against bloodthirsty alien species and solve the mystery of the crisis, and thus launched an extreme breakthrough about survival and choice. (Friendly reminder: minors should watch with caution)
In addition, films such as "Heroes of Dunhuang", "Old Rivers and Lakes", "Red Boy King of the Flame Mountain", "Titanie's Horn", "Glady Hands", "Lively and Fragrant", "New Big Head Son and Little Head Dad: The Eye of the Sky Series: The Seventh Day Out of Control", and "Heart of the Beast" are also on the National Day schedule.
Cinemas open up new tracks
I will be able to go to the cinema to watch sports events in the future.
Nowadays, cinema screens can not only watch movies, but also watch live broadcasts of major games.
Just this past September 30, the 2026 China Tennis Open screen live broadcast event launched by "China Film Super Live" in cooperation with more than 100 movie theaters was officially launched. The evening opener was simultaneously presented in nearly 100 movie theaters in 28 provinces and cities across the country. This is the first time that a Chinese film has brought a top tennis event to online screens.
"China Film Super Live" will also simultaneously present all of Zheng Qinwen's duels at this year's China Open, with key matches covering the men's and women's singles semi-finals and finals.
For fans, watching games in theaters is another highly immersive option.
Huaxia Cinema's full-height frame LED theater uses high frame rate and high-brightness images to present details of the ball's trajectory, rotation and landing point, and cooperates with the panoramic sound field to restore the crisp sound of hitting the ball and the sound of the scene. There is no need to grab tickets, no need to be exposed to the sun and rain, and drinks and snacks are provided at one stop. Watching games in the theater is changing from an "alternative solution" to an active choice for more and more fans.
From light and shadow to the stadium, the live broadcast of events into theaters is reshaping the business logic of theaters. It is no longer just the end of content, but a new starting point for traffic and consumption, laying a solid foundation for the theater to transform from a single screening space to an urban cultural and sports consumption hub.
The live broadcast of events held in cinemas allows professional sports and public viewing to meet on the same screen - which not only amplifies the volume of the events, but also extends the value chain of cinemas. When theaters are no longer just "a place to watch movies" but become "a place for collective emotional resonance", their commercial and social value may be redefined.
"Movie+" new gameplay is launched in many places
Holiday cultural consumption continues to heat up
In addition to watching movies, various places continue to introduce new "Movie+" new ways to activate cultural consumption.
Enjoy discounts with ticket stubs
“Cinema +” model continues to upgrade
In a movie theater in Nanshan District, Shenzhen, reporters saw that in addition to the traditional movie screening hall, the theater is also equipped with special formats such as urban book bars, head therapy and wellness areas, and e-sports areas. Many consumers come here to experience reading, rest, wellness and other services before and after watching movies.
Another movie theater has linked up with the seven major bookstores in Shenzhen. Audiences can purchase books at the bookstore with movie ticket stubs and enjoy discounts on designated books.
Film and television resources are introduced into the collection library
A new immersive movie viewing experience
In Shandong, the Qingdao Old Voices Sentiment Center introduced film screening resources from China Film Group Corporation to screen films such as "A Love Letter to Grandma" and "De Leisure". The audience follows the plot of the film to look back at the changes of the times, and feel the feelings of their family and country in every frame. After watching the movie, the audience can also take a close look at old audio and video objects such as old radios, record players, tapes, and vinyl records, touch the marks of the times, and feel the style of the years.
Qingdao Old Voices Sentiment Museum has a large collection of audio-visual cultural relics since the 1950s. The venue replicates the scene of the home appliance shopping mall in the 1980s and 1990s. This time, film and television resources are introduced into the collection hall to explore new paths for the activation of folk culture and grassroots culture to benefit the people.
National Day holiday
Let's go to the cinema together
Enjoy the feast of light and shadow

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