The Sin Trade 2026

The Sin Trade is a 2026 Chinese action crime thriller directed by Cheng Siyi. Set in the late 1990s, the film follows an undercover police officer who infiltrates a dangerous human trafficking operation hidden inside a remote mountain village. Led by Ashton Chen, the cast also includes Wang Zhener, Liu Fengchao, Liu Yitong, and Xiu Rui. Blending gritty action with an emotional story, the film shines a light on the devastating impact of organized human trafficking while delivering intense martial arts sequences and suspenseful confrontations.

• Release Date: April 10, 2026
• Director: Cheng Siyi
• Genre: Action, Crime, Mystery
• Runtime: 98 Minutes
• Studio/Platform: iQIYI Pictures
• Distributor: iQIYI
• Language: Mandarin
• Country: China

Storyline

Human trafficking has become deeply rooted in a secluded mountain village, where innocent women are kidnapped and held captive as part of a ruthless criminal operation. Determined to put an end to the network, police officer Chi Feng goes undercover, risking his life to uncover the people responsible.

As he gains the trust of the criminals, Chi Feng discovers that the organization reaches far beyond the village itself. With every step closer to the truth, the danger increases. He rescues victims locked away in hidden cellars, survives violent attacks from armed gangs, and finds himself caught in brutal battles that test both his strength and determination.

What begins as a covert investigation soon turns into a relentless fight for justice, forcing Chi Feng to confront powerful enemies while racing against time to save those who are still trapped.

Cast

• Ashton Chen as Chi Feng
• Wang Zhener as Su Hong
• Liu Fengchao as Yan Chuang
• Liu Yitong as Ye Shaoping
• Wei Xiaodong
• Xiu Rui
• Mao Fan
• Mu Lan
• Kai Li

Production Details

Directed by Cheng Siyi, The Sin Trade is written by He Bing and Zhang Lin and produced by iQIYI Pictures. Rather than focusing only on action, the film tackles the serious issue of human trafficking, using its crime-thriller framework to highlight the courage of those who fight against organized crime.

Visually, the film balances grounded realism with hard-hitting fight choreography. The remote mountain setting creates a constant sense of isolation, while the action scenes rely on practical stunt work and martial arts rather than excessive visual effects. This combination gives the story a raw, tense atmosphere that keeps the stakes feeling real from beginning to end.

Release Date & Where to Watch

The Sin Trade premiered digitally in China on April 10, 2026 through iQIYI. The film is available to stream on the platform, while availability in other regions may vary.