Will China’s state-backed holiday thriller spill details of little-known spy cases?

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Alcott WeiFebruary 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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"Scare Out," a Chinese spy thriller directed by Zhang Yimou, is set to debut in mainland China on February 17. The film is unique because it received direct supervision and technical guidance from China's Ministry of State Security, the country's top counter-espionage agency. The ministry claims the script is based on real espionage cases, focusing on the investigation of leaked secrets regarding a new fighter jet. The film's distributor released a promotional video where Zhang Yimou highlights the realistic portrayal of modern espionage, aided by national security personnel. The film is anticipated to potentially reveal details of previously undisclosed espionage cases within China.

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