Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
2026, Chinese. Directed by Wen Muye.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- NR
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8.9/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 August 2026.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 8 August 2026
- Original title
- 欢迎来龙餐馆
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Wen Muye, Lang Qunli, Wei Zhong
- Box office
- $306M
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Once Upon a Time in the Middle East: quick answers
Is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.9/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East runs 141 minutes (2h 21m).
Does Once Upon a Time in the Middle East have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Once Upon a Time in the Middle East. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East on?
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 8 August 2026. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
If you liked Once Upon a Time in the Middle East, try Live from Baghdad, An Ordinary Man, Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk.
Who directed Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
Once Upon a Time in the Middle East (2026) was directed by Wen Muye and stars Shen Teng, Jiang Qiming, Omar Sherif.