“Crossing A Dawn” Poster
Arriving to U.S. and Canadian theaters on May 29, 2026 is Crossing A Dawn, a romantic-comedy from writer director Badou Zhao.
While on a date, Xu Qiu (Ma Sichun, Now I Met Her) unexpectedly crosses paths with Chen Yuzhou (Edward Chen, Your Name Engraved Herein). Both wanting some time alone, they find themselves repeatedly interrupted. Yet over the course of one night, as they experience a series of unique urban encounters, the two gradually open their hearts and share a sincere, unforgettable love.
Crossing A Dawn also features appearances by Yifan Zhang (Better Days), Yang Song (The Final Master) and Xingchen Lü (Carefree Days).
🔥 Footnote: The director himself describes this film as “Before Sunrise in Beijing”, which is a reference to Richard Linklater’s 1995 classic Before Sunrise.
Watch China Lion’s trailer below ahead of its May 29 release:
