#FIRSTLOOK: “NE ZHA II” ENGLISH TRAILER

NE ZHA II has the distinction of being the highest-grossing Abimayed Feature of all time. And this Summer it will be released in English!

Experience the global phenomenon, starring Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh, Vincent Rodriguez III, Aleks Le,
Damien Haas, and Crystal Lee.

Watch the official trailer for NE ZHA II now:

— A24 release NE ZHA II IN 3D AND IMAX AUGUST 22 l, 2025 —

#FIRSTLOOK: A24 AND CMC PICTURES TO DEVELOP ENGLISH ADAPTATION OF “NE ZHA”

A24 and CMC Pictures Team Up to Bring an English-language Version of Global hit Ne Zha 2 to Theatres This SummerThe Landmark Animated Film Features Academy Award® Winner Michelle Yeoh and will be released in IMAX® and 3D starting August 22, 2025

-A24 and CMC Pictures announce an English-language version of Ne Zha 2 – the acclaimed Chinese animated phenomenon – arriving in theatres across the U.S., Canada, Australia and New Zealand starting August 22.

-The release will be presented in IMAX®, 3D, and other premium large formats.

-The English-language version will feature Academy Award® winner Michelle Yeoh.

-Written and directed by filmmaker Yang Yu, Ne Zha 2 is considered a milestone in modern animation – merging emotionally resonant storytelling, mythological spectacle, and cutting-edge visual artistry. Building on the legacy of its groundbreaking predecessor, the film introduces a bold new chapter to the legend of Ne Zha.

-Michelle Yeoh Quote: “I’m honored to be part of Ne Zha 2, a landmark in Chinese animation and a powerful reminder of how universal our stories can be. Sharing this with audiences in English is such a joy, and I can’t wait for everyone to experience the wonder, heart, spectacular artistry, and magic of this film on the big screen.”

Synopsis: A rebellious young boy, Ne Zha, is feared by the gods and born to mortal parents with wild, uncontrolled powers. Now he’s faced with an ancient force intent on destroying humanity, he must grow up to become the hero the world needs.

-Already the highest-rated animated film of the year on Rotten Tomatoes and one of the highest-rated films of 2025 on Letterboxd, critics have praised it as “animated cinema on a scale rarely seen” and “a technical marvel that demands to be seen on the biggest screen possible.

-Ne Zha 2 is the highest-grossing animated film of all time, the highest-grossing non-English language film ever, and already ranks as the fifth highest-grossing film overall

#BOXOFFICE: “CAPTAIN AMERICA” RUNS THE SHIP A SECOND WEEK

CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD takes top spot at the Box Office a second straight week with $25 million from 4,105 theatres for Marvel/Disney. It has grossed $142 million already domestically.

Second up is THE MONKEY which debuts with $14 million from 3,200 theatres for NEON/Elevation Pictures. This latest Horror from Oz Perkins (Longlegs) gets 76% on the Tomatometer.

Third is PADDINGTON IN PERU with $6 million, taking it to $26 million in its second weekend out for StudioCanada/Sony Pictures.

DOG MAN still is going strong with $5.2 million from 3,179 theatres, taking it to $78 million for Universal Pictures.

Chinese record-breaking Animated Feature NE ZHA 2 gets $3 million, a total $14.8 million over two weeks for CMC Pictures.

#BOXOFFICE: “CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD” BRINGS MARVEL BACK TO THE TOP

It’s a huge opening for Marvel‘s CAPTAIN AMERICA: BRAVE NEW WORLD, coming in hot with $87 million through Sunday from 4,105 theatres. Despite reviews being mixed for this first Captain America film starring Anthony Mackie at 50% on the Tomatometer, it ranks as the third best opening for the Series. Top opening for the Franchise still belongs to 2016’s CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR with its $179 million debut.

Second is PADDINGTON IN PERU with $13 million from 3,890 theatres for Sony Pictures. 2015’s PADDINGTON holds the Franchise’s best debut with $18.9 million. This entry gets a smashing 94% on the Tomatometer.

Third goes to DOG MAN with $10.2 million from 3,334 theatres for Universal Pictures, a tally of $70.4 million domestically over three weeks.

HEART EYES gets $9.8 million in its second frame for Sony Pictures, taking it to $22 million over two weeks.

Chinese Animated Feature NE ZHA 2 gets $6.4 million in its debut from 660 theatres for CMC. A 99% on the Tomatometer for this specialty release.