Script filed
The China Film Administration filing record lists Niu Lai's title, filing entity, writer and an approved-for-production result.
Sources: 中国国家电影局 — 《牛来》备案立项记录
Xin Yumeng
信雨萌
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Xin Yumeng / 信雨萌
Director / Voice performer / Producer
Xin Yumeng · Yumeng Xin
Reports identify Xin Yumeng as the director of Niu Lai and say he and his mother Sun Lifang spent five years completing the 86-minute animated feature. The official credits remain the final authority for individual roles.
| Role | Director; reports also mention voice work and production |
|---|---|
| Known for | Niu Lai (2026) |
| Production | Press reports: five years with his mother Sun Lifang |
| Runtime | 86 minutes |
PROJECT RECORD
Documented Niu Lai project timeline
Distribution-notice details published
China News Service, citing the film distribution notice, reported an 86-minute runtime, nationwide theatrical distribution, public-screening permit No. 2024-33, and an Apr 3, 2026 notice date. A permit is not a quality endorsement.
Sources: 中新网（澎湃新闻）—《牛来》8月15日票房与发行信息
Nationwide release · Day-one gross ¥3,420
The film opened nationwide on Aug 5. Nanguo Morning Post recorded ¥3,420 and 122 viewers on day one; China News Service reported almost no pre-release promotion.