Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass
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| Directed by | Zhang Gang |
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| Written by | Zhang Gang |
| Based on | Tom and Jerry by William Hanna and Joseph Barbera |
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| Music by | Hank Lee |
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| Distributed by | Wu Zhou Film Distribution |
Release date | June 21, 2025 (premiere) August 9, 2025 (China) |
Running time | 104 minutes |
| Country | China |
| Language | Chinese |
| Box office | $3,533,076 |
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Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass (Chinese: 猫和老鼠：星盘奇缘) is a 2025 animated comedy film produced by China Film Co., Ltd., Warner Bros. Pictures, and Origin Animation. Written and directed by Zhang Gang, it is the first fully computer-animated feature-length film of the Tom and Jerry franchise.
The film premiered at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival on June 21, 2025, and was released in China on August 9.
Plot
During a chase in a museum, Tom and Jerry accidentally activate a magical compass that transports them to another world. On their journey home, they meet a group of new companions and become embroiled in a conflict against mysterious forces.[1]
Voice cast
- Jiang Wen as Heavenly Master[2]
- Shun Zi as Phoenix Master[2]
- Lan Long as Sonny
- Tu Xiongfei as Mega Rat[2]
- Li Baixin as Lil Feeney[2]
- Li Hanlin as Xander / Ten Ten[2]
- Zhang Wenjie as Jade[2]
- Zhang Gang as Evil Tom
Production
In February 2025, the film was approved for production and filed by China Film Co., Ltd. and Warner Bros. Pictures, with Zhang Gang attached as the screenwriter.[3] On May 31, it was selected to compete in the animation category of the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival for the Golden Goblet.[4] On June 17, director Zhang Gang revealed in a Weibo post that production had wrapped on the film after five years of work.[5]
Release and reception
Tom & Jerry: Forbidden Compass premiered at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival on June 21, 2025. The film premiered in Chinese theaters on August 9, 2025, followed by a digital release on October 3, 2025 in China only.
Box office
At the Chinese box office, the film grossed $1.18 million on its opening day and about $1.97 million for its first weekend. In other territories, it grossed an additional $182,661 upon the film's release in Spain on October 24, 2025.[6] So far, the film has grossed $3,533,076 worldwide.
Critical reception
The movie was generally met with a positive reception from audiences and critics in China, who praised its successful integration of classic American characters into a richly imagined Chinese fantasy setting. Critics lauded the decision to blend the franchise's traditional slapstick with elements of Chinese mythology and culture. The film's ambitious scale was frequently cited, with the Chinese culture-focused site Newhanfu hailing it as a "meticulously crafted cinematic event poised to reignite fond memories while delivering a fresh, visually spectacular experience for the entire family."[7]
References
- ↑ Merican, Sara (2025-06-21). "Warner Bros. Pictures Unveils Release Date For Chinese Co-Production 'Tom And Jerry: Forbidden Compass'". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-11-01.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass streaming online. Retrieved 2025-11-01 – via www.justwatch.com.
- ↑ "国家电影局关于2025年2月上全国电影剧本（梗概） 备案、立项公示的通知-电影备案立项公示-国家电影局". www.chinafilm.gov.cn (in 中文). Archived from the original on 2025-09-09. Retrieved 2025-11-01. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "第27届上海国际电影节金爵奖动画片单元入围名单". www.siff.com. Retrieved 2025-11-01.
- ↑ "Sina Visitor System". passport.weibo.com. Retrieved 2025-11-01.
- ↑ "Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass - Financial Information Mexico". The Numbers. Retrieved 2025-11-01.
- ↑ "Tom & Jerry：Forbidden Compass - A Timeless Chase - Newhanfu". www.newhanfu.com. 2025-06-26. Retrieved 2025-11-01.
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