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China’s latest nationalistic film, Dead to Rights, is making waves across the country, and it’s not slowing down. After six weekends in theatres, the film has crossed the $400 million mark at the local box office, a number that does not come easily, especially with other major titles, both local and international, competing for attention.
Dead To Rights China Box Office: Strong Weekend Performance Pushes Film Higher
The film, released on July 25, 2025, has shown impressive consistency. According to a report by Luiz Fernando, over the latest three-day weekend, it pulled in another $8.2 million, which is only a 28.1% dip from the weekend before. That’s a solid hold, especially considering the usual sharp drop-offs many films face after the initial few weeks.
This kind of staying power suggests a strong audience connection, with word of mouth and repeat viewings pushing it forward week after week. The critics have responded well, too. With a 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and an 8.1 rating on IMDB, it is clear the film has landed both commercially and critically. The movie’s momentum is not accidental. It is fueled by its emotional weight and a powerful retelling of a dark chapter in Chinese history.
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In #China’s #BoxOffice, local phenomenon #DeadToRights hits an important milestone, crossing the $400M mark locally!
Received with Spectacular WOM, the nationalist war drama crushed on 6th 3-day weekend grossing $8.2M, just a -28.1% drop from last weekend despite fierce, crowded… pic.twitter.com/ckuo7a3q30— Luiz Fernando (@Luiz_Fernando_J) August 31, 2025