Lionsgate Plans 2026 Release of Martial Arts Thriller The Furious

Lionsgate has acquired worldwide distribution rights, excluding mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao, for the martial arts thriller "The Furious," which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival's Midnight Madness section. The film, directed by Kenji Tanigaki in his feature debut, stars Xie Miao and Joe Taslim and tells the story of a humble tradesman and a troubled journalist battling a criminal network to rescue the tradesman's abducted daughter. Produced by Bill Kong of Edko Films in collaboration with XYZ Films, "The Furious" pays homage to the golden age of Hong Kong action cinema with authentic martial arts and hand-to-hand combat performed by an international ensemble of elite fighters. Lionsgate plans a theatrical release in 2026, with Edko Films handling distribution simultaneously in Chinese territories. The film has been widely praised for its adrenaline-fueled action and compelling storytelling, positioning it as a standout martial arts film in recent years. Industry executives and critics alike anticipate it will resonate strongly with global audiences, continuing Lionsgate's success with TIFF Midnight Madness titles.