Unexpected Family (过家家) (2026)
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| Theatrical Performance | ||
| Domestic Box Office | n/a | |
| International Box Office | $6,920,566 | Details |
| Worldwide Box Office | $6,920,566 | |
| OpusData ID: 780150100 More info... | ||
| Further financial details... | ||
Synopsis
Struggling and far from home, Zhong Bufan is mistaken by his elderly landlord Ren for his long-lost son, forcing him into an awkward shared household with fellow drifters Su Xiaoyue, hustling real-estate agent Jia Ye, and a devoted neighbour, Jin Zhengu. As Zhong grapples with Ren’s unpredictable moments of confusion, he gradually uncovers a long-hidden secret that transforms a reluctant arrangement into an unexpected family.
Metrics
Movie Details
| Domestic Releases: | February 6th, 2026 (Limited) by China Lion Film Distribution, released as Unexpected Family |
| International Releases: | January 1st, 2026 (Limited) (China)
January 22nd, 2026 (Limited), released as Unexpected Family (New Zealand) January 22nd, 2026 (Limited) (Australia) July 9th, 2026 (Limited), released as Unexpected Family (Легенда навсегда) (Russia (CIS)) ... Show all releases |
| Running Time: | 121 minutes |
| Plot point: | Alzheimer, Dysfunctional Family, Faulty Memory, Road Trip, Unexpected Families |
| Subgenre: | Comedy Drama |
| Source: | Original Screenplay |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Production Method: | Live Action |
| Creative Type: | Contemporary Fiction |
| Production Countries: | China |
| Languages: | Mandarin |
Top International Territories
Box Office Summary Per Territory
| Territory | Release Date |
Opening Weekend |
Opening Weekend Screens/Theaters |
Maximum Screens/Theaters |
Theatrical Engagements |
Total Box Office |
Report Date |
|||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1/22/2026 | $6,423 | 10 | 10 | 0 | $12,359 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| China | 1/1/2026 | $1,460,423 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $6,906,487 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| New Zealand | 1/22/2026 | $1,720 | 7 | 7 | 0 | $1,720 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| International Total | $6,920,566 | 4/6/2026 | ||||||||
Note: Territories vary in whether they report screens or theaters. Full details on international box office data are available via our OpusData service.
Lead Ensemble Member
| Jackie Chan | Ren Jiqing | |
| Peng Yuchang | Zhong Bufan | |
| Karlina Zhang | Su Xiaoyue | |
| Pan Binlong | Mr. Jia | |
| Ping Li | Aunt Jin Zhen |
Production and Technical Credits
| Taiyan Li (李太言) | Director | |
| Taiyan Li (李太言) | Screenwriter | |
| Yining Yan | Screenwriter | |
| Yue Dai | Screenwriter | |
| Carbuncle Yan | Screenwriter | |
| Wu Yifeng | Producer | |
| Chao Yin | Producer | |
| Han Gaoyan | Executive Producer | |
| Han Sanping | Executive Producer | |
| Chao Fan (范超) | Cinematographer | |
| Xiao Yang | Editor |
Cast and crew with above-the-line roles are marked in bold. The line marks the division between above-the-line and below-the-line roles.
Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.
Synopsis
Struggling and far from home, Zhong Bufan is mistaken by his elderly landlord Ren for his long-lost son, forcing him into an awkward shared household with fellow drifters Su Xiaoyue, hustling real-estate agent Jia Ye, and a devoted neighbour, Jin Zhengu. As Zhong grapples with Ren’s unpredictable moments of confusion, he gradually uncovers a long-hidden secret that transforms a reluctant arrangement into an unexpected family.
Metrics
Movie Details
| Domestic Releases: | February 6th, 2026 (Limited) by China Lion Film Distribution, released as Unexpected Family |
| International Releases: | January 1st, 2026 (Limited) (China)
January 22nd, 2026 (Limited), released as Unexpected Family (New Zealand) January 22nd, 2026 (Limited) (Australia) July 9th, 2026 (Limited), released as Unexpected Family (Легенда навсегда) (Russia (CIS)) ... Show all releases |
| Running Time: | 121 minutes |
| Plot point: | Alzheimer, Dysfunctional Family, Faulty Memory, Road Trip, Unexpected Families |
| Subgenre: | Comedy Drama |
| Source: | Original Screenplay |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Production Method: | Live Action |
| Creative Type: | Contemporary Fiction |
| Production Countries: | China |
| Languages: | Mandarin |
Top International Territories
Box Office Summary Per Territory
| Territory | Release Date |
Opening Weekend |
Opening Weekend Screens/Theaters |
Maximum Screens/Theaters |
Theatrical Engagements |
Total Box Office |
Report Date |
|||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1/22/2026 | $6,423 | 10 | 10 | 0 | $12,359 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| China | 1/1/2026 | $1,460,423 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $6,906,487 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| New Zealand | 1/22/2026 | $1,720 | 7 | 7 | 0 | $1,720 | 4/6/2026 | |||
| International Total | $6,920,566 | 4/6/2026 | ||||||||
Note: Territories vary in whether they report screens or theaters. Full details on international box office data are available via our OpusData service.
Lead Ensemble Member
| Jackie Chan | Ren Jiqing | |
| Peng Yuchang | Zhong Bufan | |
| Karlina Zhang | Su Xiaoyue | |
| Pan Binlong | Mr. Jia | |
| Ping Li | Aunt Jin Zhen |
Production and Technical Credits
| Taiyan Li (李太言) | Director | |
| Taiyan Li (李太言) | Screenwriter | |
| Yining Yan | Screenwriter | |
| Yue Dai | Screenwriter | |
| Carbuncle Yan | Screenwriter | |
| Wu Yifeng | Producer | |
| Chao Yin | Producer | |
| Han Gaoyan | Executive Producer | |
| Han Sanping | Executive Producer | |
| Chao Fan (范超) | Cinematographer | |
| Xiao Yang | Editor |
Cast and crew with above-the-line roles are marked in bold. The line marks the division between above-the-line and below-the-line roles.
Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.