Dongji Rescue
"Any Chinese can be a hero."
Released just last year. Dongji Rescue is a drama/history film. directed by Fei Zhenxiang. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Zhu Yilong, Leo Wu, and Ni Ni
Synopsis
Inspired by the real life rescue of over 300 British soldiers in 1942, Dongji Rescue is a rousing, action-packed story of heroism on the high seas. When the Japanese warship Lisbon Maru is torpedoed off the coast of Dongji Island, the lives of over 300 British POWs on board are at risk of being claimed by the sea. Their only hope is a small group of defiant Chinese fisherman who will do anything to rescue and protect them from their captors.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 8, 2025
5 months ago
Runtime
2h 14m
134 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (17 votes)
Budget
$80M
Production budget
Box Office
$50.2M
0.6x return
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
- Budget
- $80,000,000
- Revenue
- $50,155,648
Production Companies
- The Seventh Art Pictures
- Tao Piao Piao
- Beijing Culture
- Beijing Enlight Pictures
- China Film Group Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dongji Rescue about?
Inspired by the real life rescue of over 300 British soldiers in 1942, Dongji Rescue is a rousing, action-packed story of heroism on the high seas. When the Japanese warship Lisbon Maru is torpedoe...
Who directed Dongji Rescue?
Dongji Rescue was directed by Fei Zhenxiang.
How long is Dongji Rescue?
Dongji Rescue has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
When was Dongji Rescue released?
Dongji Rescue was released on August 8, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dongji Rescue?
The main cast of Dongji Rescue includes Zhu Yilong, Leo Wu, Ni Ni, Yang Haoyu, Chen Minghao.