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Hong Kong box office surges 25% in first half of 2026, led by "Night King"

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Hong Kong's box office revenue saw a significant increase of nearly 25% in the first half of 2026 compared to the previous year. The total earnings reached HK$664 million (US$85 million), driven by the success of the comedy film "Night King." This film, starring Dayo Wong and Sammi Cheng, has become the highest-grossing movie of the period, generating HK$118 million in receipts since its release on February 17. AI

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Hong Kong box office surges 25% in first half of 2026, led by "Night King"

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ambrose Li ·

    Hong Kong’s box office takings for first half of 2026 up 25% year on year

    Hong Kong’s box office takings for the first half of 2026 rose by nearly 25 per cent year on year, with comedy film Night King emerging as the highest-grossing movie over the six-month period. According to figures from the Hong Kong Box Office, 142 films premiered between January…

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