Once Upon a Time in the Middle East

Name: Once Upon a Time in the Middle East
Director: Wen Muye
Genre: Drama, War
Released: 2026-08-08
Duration: 141 min
Cast: Shen Teng, Jiang Qiming, Omar Sherif, Aarif Rahman, Sherif Sabry

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2026 · 141 min · NR · Drama · War · TMDB 8.9/10

Overview

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.

Directed by Wen Muye

Cast

Shen Teng — Xu Fu
Jiang Qiming — Ma Junsheng
Omar Sherif — Seif
Aarif Rahman — Tony
Sherif Sabry — Zayd