Once Upon a Time in the Middle East (2026)
Movie 2h 20m ★ 9.2/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Released in 2026, Once Upon a Time in the Middle East is a drama and war movie. It is directed by Wen Muye. The cast includes Aarif Rahman, Jiang Qiming and Wei Qing. The running time is 2h 20m. Audiences give it an excellent score of 9.2 out of 10.
83Tonight Score Very well rated, recent.
Synopsis
Xu Fu travels to the Middle East to work as a chef in a Chinese restaurant to pay off family debts, where he meets floor manager Ma Junsheng. Their Dragon Restaurant rises to fame, attracting crowds with authentic‑tasting Chinese food. But war breaks out, and local conditions take a drastic turn for the worse. No one can remain unaffected. What lies ahead for them? And how will the Dragon Restaurant hold on amid the war?
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Cast & crew
- Wen MuyeDirector
- Aarif Rahmanas Tony
- Jiang Qimingas Ma Junsheng
- Wei Qingas Xu's Mother
- Michael Koltesas Olwell
- Zhang Xiweias Xu Le
- Shen Tengas Xu Fu
- Omar Sherifas Seif
- Sherif Sabryas Zayd
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Questions about Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
- What genre is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
- Once Upon a Time in the Middle East is categorised as Drama, War.
- Who stars in Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
- Aarif Rahman, Jiang Qiming, Wei Qing, Michael Koltes, Zhang Xiwei appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
- Wen Muye directed Once Upon a Time in the Middle East.
- How long is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
- Once Upon a Time in the Middle East runs for 2h 20m (140 minutes).
- Is Once Upon a Time in the Middle East worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 9.2/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in the Middle East?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
