Synopsis
The Chinese animated film "The Tale of the Little Pig Demon" adapts the story of a small monster with no extraordinary powers embarking on a journey to obtain scriptures, scoring 8.5 on Douban and earning 1 billion at the box office.
Overview
Nobody (Chinese: 浪浪山小妖怪) is a 2025 Chinese mainland 2D hand-drawn fantasy comedy animated film directed by Yu Shui, with a screenplay by Yu Shui and Liu Jia. The film is produced by Shanghai Animation Film Studio.
The film is adapted from the popular animated short film series Yao-Chinese Folktales, specifically the episode "Nobody". It tells the story of a little pig demon who leaves Langlang Mountain and teams up with a toad demon, a weasel demon, and a gorilla monster to embark on a pilgrimage.
The film was released in mainland China on August 2, 2025, and in regions such as Australia and New Zealand on November 6 of the same year. Its cumulative box office exceeded 1.047 billion yuan, making it the highest-grossing domestic 2D animated film in Chinese box office history.
It received an 8.5/10 rating on Douban, making it the second-highest-rated domestic animated feature film of 2025.
Plot
The little pig demon (voiced by Chen Ziping) works for the Great Demon King on Langlang Mountain but is punished by the Demon King for being too dedicated to his tasks.
He decides to leave Langlang Mountain, dragging the toad demon (voiced by Lu Yang) along with him on an escape journey.
Along the way, they befriend a weasel demon (voiced by Dong Wenliang) and a gorilla monster (voiced by Liu Cong), forming an unconventional pilgrimage team.
Without extraordinary powers, the little demons face various trials on their westward journey. They must confront powerful enemies, internal struggles, and contemplate their own self-worth.
The little pig demon's pilgrimage is essentially a journey of an ordinary individual searching for self-worth. It tells us that even without great power, one can carve out their own path.
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Little Pig Demon | Chen Ziping | Protagonist, a little demon from Langlang Mountain |
| Toad Demon | Lu Yang | Companion of the little pig demon |
| Weasel Demon | Dong Wenliang | Member of the pilgrimage team |
| Gorilla Monster / Maitreya | Liu Cong | Member of the pilgrimage team |
Production & Reception
The film is produced by Shanghai Animation Film Studio and is an extension of the Yao-Chinese Folktales IP. The episode "Nobody" from Yao-Chinese Folktales was widely praised for its unique perspective and heartwarming story.
The film employs traditional Chinese 2D hand-drawn animation techniques, featuring a distinctive visual style rich in classical Chinese aesthetic charm.
The film's cumulative box office exceeded 1.047 billion yuan, making it the highest-grossing domestic 2D animated film in Chinese box office history.
| Item | Data |
|---|---|
| Douban Rating | 8.5/10 |
| Runtime | 118 minutes |
| Release Date | August 2, 2025 |
| Cumulative Box Office | 1.047 billion yuan |
| Genre | Animation, Comedy, Fantasy |
| Director | Yu Shui |
| Producer | Shanghai Animation Film Studio |
| Box Office Record | Highest-grossing domestic 2D animated film in Chinese box office history |
Cultural Impact
The success of Nobody proves that stories about ordinary people can also deeply move audiences. Through the perspective of a little demon, it explores the theme of ordinary individuals seeking self-worth in society.
References
- Douban Movie: https://movie.douban.com/subject/36438475/
- Baidu Baike: https://baike.baidu.com/item/浪浪山小妖怪/65635889
- Wikipedia: https://zh.wikipedia.org/zh-cn/浪浪山小妖怪
- China Youth Network: https://fun.youth.cn/gnzx/202508/t20250815_16177948.htm
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