★ 7.0
Devotion
2022
MOVIE INFORMATION
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
“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.
Release date
2026-08-08
Director
Wen Muye
Language
ZH
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STORY
Movie Overview
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.
VFRESH
Our Review
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East is a drama, war released in 2026. The film currently has a VFresh-listed rating of 8.9 out of 10 based on TMDB user ratings.
The story, performances and overall presentation can be explored through the movie's official trailer and the information provided on this page. The film is directed by Wen Muye.
With a runtime of 141 minutes, Once Upon a Time in the Middle East offers a full-length movie experience for viewers interested in its drama, war style.
Before watching, viewers can check the trailer, release date, cast and movie details above to decide whether the title matches their interests.
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