民间奇案录 (2026)

The 2026 suspense thriller "Records of Strange Folk Cases" (民间奇案录) is a Chinese web film directed by Liu Xuandi and Chen Jiaolong, with screenwriting by Shuai Mengmeng. Produced by Dongyang Qishu Youyu Culture Media Co., Ltd., the movie stars Gu Bin, Sheng Shao, and Zhang Xuehan. It premiered on Tencent Video on August 6, 2026, and was also made available for high-definition streaming on iQiyi following announcements in early August 2026.

The narrative follows Zhang Tiansheng, a police officer suffering from delusions who encounters a bizarre murder involving a divine statue. As he investigates, the case unravels a series of eerie incidents linked to folk superstitions, including claims of "infant revenge" and "goddess claiming lives." Despite being hindered by grotesque hallucinations, Zhang remains determined to uncover the rational truth hidden behind the myths. An alternative synopsis notes a plot involving Lord Qi's sudden death at his wedding and detectives Xiao He and Fan Tong solving the mystery in Longmen Town, suggesting a possible anthology or varying promotional materials for the same franchise title.

• Director Liu Xuandi is known for his work in the horror and thriller genres within the Chinese web film market.
• The film features a cast that includes actor Gu Bin in the lead role of Zhang Tiansheng, alongside supporting actors Sheng Guan-sen and Zhang Xuehan.
• Production was backed by Dongyang Qishu Youyu Culture Media, a company frequently involved in producing serialized web stories and genre films in China.
• The release strategy included simultaneous or near-simultaneous availability on major platforms Tencent Video and iQiyi, highlighting its digital-first distribution model.