Crossing A Dawn 2026

Crossing A Dawn is a 2026 Chinese romantic drama written and directed by Zhao Badou. The film stars Ma Sichun and Edward Chen in the lead roles, alongside Xingchen Lü, Yang Song, and Zhang Yifan. Set over the course of a single night, the story follows two strangers whose chance encounters across the city gradually lead to an unexpected emotional connection. The film was released in China on May 22, 2026, and later received a limited North American release through China Lion Film Distribution.

• Release Date: May 22, 2026 (China)
• Director: Zhao Badou
• Genre: Romance, Drama
• Runtime: 103 Minutes
• Studio/Platform: Momo Pictures
• Distributor: China Lion Film Distribution (North America)
• Language: Mandarin
• Country: China

Crossing A Dawn 2026 Storyline

Xu Qiu unexpectedly crosses paths with Chen Yuzhou while on a date. Both are looking for a little time alone and repeatedly find their plans interrupted by a series of unusual encounters around the city. As the night progresses, the two begin opening up about their lives, fears, and hopes for the future.

What begins as a chance meeting slowly turns into an intimate and memorable journey through the city, where conversations and shared experiences bring them closer together and change the way they see themselves and each other.

Cast

• Ma Sichun as Xu Qiu
• Edward Chen as Chen Yuzhou
• Xingchen Lü
• Yang Song
• Zhang Yifan
• Moyan Wen

Production Details

Crossing A Dawn is written and directed by Zhao Badou and produced by Wan Jun and Zeng Li under the banner of Momo Pictures. The film was conceived as a contemporary urban romance that unfolds in real time over one night. Its story focuses on quiet conversations and personal reflections rather than traditional romantic set pieces, using the city and its nighttime atmosphere as an important part of the narrative. The film runs for 103 minutes and was produced entirely in Mandarin.

Release Date & Where to Watch

Crossing A Dawn was released in Chinese cinemas on May 22, 2026, followed by a limited North American release on May 29, 2026 through China Lion Film Distribution. As of now, no official OTT platform or digital streaming release date has been announced.