7 Chinese movies to practice your language skills 🎬
Watching Chinese movies is one of the most effective (and fun) ways to level up your language skills.
In this article, we'll introduce 7 must-watch Chinese movies that'll sharpen your listening and expand your vocabulary 🎬
Top 7 Chinese Movies
for Language Learners
《你好，李焕英》
Nǐ hǎo, Lǐ Huànyīng
Hi, Mom
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Genre: Comedy / Drama Language Level: Intermediate
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
🎬 This movie became one of the highest-grossing Chinese films of all time, directed by and starring the famous comedian Jia Ling (贾玲 Jiǎ Líng).
Based on a true story, this drama follows a man who illegally sells affordable medicine to leukemia patients who can't afford the expensive imported version.
《我不是药神》
Wǒ bú shì Yào Shén
Dying to Survive
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Genre: Drama Language Level: Upper-Intermediate
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
The movie is great for advanced learners who want to challenge their listening skills and learn serious vocabulary.
Three university friends chase their dreams by launching an English-language school in 1990s China. It's a story of friendship, ambition, and hustle during China's economic boom.
《中国合伙人》
Zhōngguó Héhuǒrén
American Dreams in China
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Genre: Drama Language Level: Intermediate
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
You'll hear a ton of vocabulary related to education, business, and self-development.
Ma Chenggang and his wife Chunlan are very rich, but they pretend to be poor to raise their son Ma Jiye as a hardworking, resilient person.
《抓娃娃》
Zhuā wáwa
Successor
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Genre: Comedy / Drama Language Level: Intermediate
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
The movie contains a mix of casual and emotional Chinese, exploring values like parenting, humility, and hard work.
This classic Disney movie is based on the ancient poem "Ballad of Mulan" (木兰辞, Mùlán Cí), and tells the story of a brave young woman who disguises herself as a man to join the army in her father's place.
《花木兰》
Huā Mùlán
Mulan
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Genre: Animation / Historical Language Level: Beginners
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
Simple dialogue, vivid storytelling, and a strong cultural foundation make it perfect for beginner learners.
Inspired by Chinese myths, this stunning fantasy tells the story of Chun, a girl from a mystical sea-world who sacrifices everything to save a human boy. The boy's soul is reborn as a giant red fish (大鱼 dàyú).
《大鱼海棠》
Dàyú Hǎitáng
Big Fish & Begonia
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Genre: Animation / Fantasy Language Level: Beginners
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
The film is full of magical creatures, emotions, and deep meanings about life, death, love, and sacrifice.
The movie is inspired by the ancient Chinese novel Investiture of the Gods (封神演义, Fēngshén Yǎnyì), a story of gods, heroes, and myths.
《哪吒之魔童闹海》
Nézhā: Zhī Mótóng Nào Hǎi
Ne Zha: Demon Child Conquers the Sea
// Picture source: 百度百科
Genre: Animation / Fantasy Language Level: Intermediate to Advanced
🎬 Did you know that Ne Zha 2 is the highest-grossing Chinese movie? Want to learn more? Check out our previous post:
WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT
The movie uses a mix of modern slang and mythological words, great for learners who want to expand their vocabulary.
💡The movie is fast-paced, so try to use subtitles at first, then try watching scenes again without them.
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