三国第一部：争洛阳

三国第一部：争洛阳 (2026)



6.3 2026 137 min China

Director: Xie Junwei

Cast: Kai Wang, Wei Chao, 万昊, Li Nan, Chang Wentao

Animation History
As the Eastern Han Dynasty crumbled under widespread rebellion, warlords Cao Cao and Yuan Shao sought to rally General-in-Chief He Jin against the corrupt eunuchs and restore the empire’s rightful order. But their plans unraveled when Dong Zhuo seized the moment, storming the capital with his army and scheming to replace the emperor with a puppet ruler. In the raging storm of chaos, a wave of ambitious warlords rose to power—Yuan Shu, Lü Bu, Sun Jian, and the legendary trio of Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei. Luoyang descended into turmoil, and the mighty Han Empire teetered on the edge of an uncertain fate.

More About This Film

Three Kingdoms: The Beginning is an animated historical epic set at the turbulent end of the Eastern Han dynasty, before the Three Kingdoms era fully emerges. The story follows the political and military struggle surrounding Luoyang as ambitious warlords, generals and court factions compete for control of a fractured empire.

The film introduces the legendary figures and rivalries that would become central to the Three Kingdoms tradition, presenting them through large-scale animation and action. Directed by Xie Junwei, the movie is positioned as the opening chapter of a larger animated Three Kingdoms saga.

  • The Chinese title is 三国第一部：争洛阳.
  • The international title is Three Kingdoms: The Beginning.
  • Xie Junwei directed the film.
  • Yu Jiao is credited as screenwriter.
  • The film was released in mainland China on July 10, 2026.

Where to Watch

The film's initial distribution has focused on China, with international streaming availability subject to regional licensing.