Dongji Rescue
movie

Any Chinese can be a hero.
Released August 08, 2025
Overview
Inspired by the real life rescue of over 300 British soldiers in 1942, Dongji Rescue is a rousing, action-packed story of heroism on the high seas. When the Japanese warship Lisbon Maru is torpedoed off the coast of Dongji Island, the lives of over 300 British POWs on board are at risk of being claimed by the sea. Their only hope is a small group of defiant Chinese fisherman who will do anything to rescue and protect them from their captors.
Runtime
2h 14m
Budget
$80,000,000
Revenue
$50,155,648
Origin Country
China
Original Language
Chinese
Original Title
东极岛
Status
Released
Production Countries
- China
Spoken Languages
- 普通话 (Mandarin)
Production Companies

The Seventh Art Pictures
China

Tao Piao Piao
China

Beijing Culture
China

Beijing Enlight Pictures
China







