For the fifth consecutive year, the China Film Pavilion appeared at the Cannes Film Festival, which marks its 79th edition from May 12 through 23. Under the guidance of the China Film Administration, China Film Co-Production Corporation set up the China Film Pavilion at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès.
“China Film Pavilion’s participation at the Cannes Film Festival aims to present the vibrant vitality of Chinese cinema to the world through more diverse approaches and facilitate deeper integration between Chinese filmmakers and global industry resources,” a CFCC spokesperson says.
This year, the pavilion brought together 70 Chinese film companies and institutions, including China Film Group Corporation, CMC Pictures, Bona Film Group, China Film Archive, Shanghai International Film Festival and others. More than 180 domestic films such as “Pegasus 3,” “Blades of the Guardians,” “Scare Out,” “Per Aspera ad Astra,” “Boonie Bears: The Hidden Protector” and “It’s OK” were showcased here, garnering widespread attention from the industry.
Like each previous year, a rolling promotional video, showcasing the achievements of China’s film industry, played on the large screen at the pavilion and captivated many attendees. In 2025, the Chinese film market generated a box office of $7.45 billion, representing a year-over-year increase of 21.95%. The total admission in urban cinemas nationwide was 1.238 billion, marking a year-over-year growth of 22.57%. The number of screens in urban cinemas increased by 2,219 throughout the year, bringing the total to 93,187 and securing the top spot worldwide. As of May 5, the 2026 Chinese film box office has reached $1.98 billion, accounting for about a fifth of the global market.
