Grave Robbery (2026)
盗墓大案
Director: Cui Jingxuan
Cast: Li Chengfeng, Xu Guangyu, Shi Zhaoqi, Fan Lei, Chen Yunjin
Did you know? The film's villain "Ancestor" is loosely inspired by Yao Yuzhong, a real-life grave-robbing mastermind whose 1996 heist in Inner Mongolia's Hongshan culture region became China's first major archaeological tomb robbery case beyond the Great Wall.
Why Watch: Dive into the heart-pounding world of "Grave Robbery," where real-life crime meets the mystique of Hongshan culture in a battle to save ancient treasures. This edge-of-your-seat thriller, inspired by the legendary Yao Yuzhong case, delivers relentless action and a heroic police squad you'll root for. Don't miss the ultimate showdown against the grave-robbing mastermind—it's a must-watch for fans of high-stakes historical crime dramas.
In a high-stakes battle against the underworld of relic theft, brave officers Li Fangzhong and Tie He put everything on the line to take down the ruthless crime boss known only as the Ancestor. Leading the charge, they dismantle his entire grave-robbing syndicate, recovering priceless national artifacts and safeguarding China’s cultural heritage. Set against the ancient backdrop of Hongshan civilization, this thrilling story is inspired by the real-life exploits of Yao Yuzhong, the mastermind behind the first major grave-robbing case beyond the Great Wall.