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Embers (2026)

Movie 114 min

Drama Crime

Huang Yan, a terminally ill crematorium worker, accidentally mixed up two sets of ashes during her work. When she confessed the truth, neither family wanted to swap them back. Only Yao Xue, the daughter of one of the deceased, believed Huang Yan. The two embarked on a wild and absurd journey to return the ashes, where they came to understand life anew and chose to live bravely in the face of death.

Aoqian Sun Director Aoqian Sun Writer

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Quick facts

Released
April 19, 2026
Runtime
114 min
IMDb
tt38069285
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Studio
, TR.MOVIE, 北京初之影业有限公司, Jiangxi Film Studio

Cast

Song Jia Song Jia Huang Yan Wen Qi Wen Qi Yao Xue Zu Feng Zu Feng Zhang Zhanyi Zhang Zhanyi Ma Ling Ma Ling

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Frequently asked questions

What is Embers about?
Huang Yan, a terminally ill crematorium worker, accidentally mixed up two sets of ashes during her work. When she confessed the truth, neither family wanted to swap them back. Only Yao Xue, the daughter of one of the deceased, believed Huang Yan. The two embarked on a wild and absurd journey to return the ashes, where they came to understand life anew and chose to live bravely in the face of death.
Who directed Embers?
Embers was directed by Aoqian Sun.
Who stars in Embers?
Embers stars Song Jia, Wen Qi, Zu Feng, Zhang Zhanyi.
When was Embers released?
Embers is a 2026 drama, crime film.
Where can I watch Embers?
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