

Every Dog Has Its Day
马腾你别走
Synopsis
Old Lin, a retired steel mill veteran with mobility issues, lives a materially comfortable yet emotionally desolate life. His routine is unexpectedly disrupted when he crosses paths with Ma Teng, an idle drifter brimming with "useless knowledge" and a chronic habit of abandoning projects midway, during a botched caregiver interview. What begins as a comedic clash of misunderstandings evolves into an extraordinary companionship. Through their unlikely journey bridging generational and social divides, the mismatched pair transforms from chaotic strangers into mutual pillars of support. This transgenerational bond defying conventional boundaries of age and mortality becomes a profound testament to human resilience. In each other's flawed existence, they discover the courage to confront physical decline and mortality, ultimately unearthing the fortitude to embrace life's uncertainties with renewed bravery.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lin Gengxin
Ma Teng
Li Youbin
Lin Qingxiang
Victoria Song
Zhou Yun
Wang Yanlin
Lin Qin
Li Xueqin
Ling
Helen Chen
Ma Shan
Feng Lei
Uncle Zhuang
Pan Binlong
Zhang
He Zhengjun
Kang Ping (Physicaln)
Li Ping
Cai (Female Carer)
Shi Lanya
Manager Shi (Home Services)
Zhou Yutong
Yue Yangyang (Funeral Speaker)
Yue Hong
Meiling
Yan Ni
Yang Zhuoning (Notary Officer)
Liu Jun
Li Jin (Psychiatrist)
Joshua
Lei Zehua (Ma Shan's teacher)
Ren Bin
Yue Hai (Doctor in the hallway)
Wang Chuanjun
Leo Chen
Release History & Theatrical Window
China Golden Rooster & Hundred Flowers Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- 岳洋
- Screenplay & Story
- Shao Yan, Qian Liu
- Original Score
- Huang Yixin
- Original Title
- 马腾你别走
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- Shanghai Media Group 上海文化广播影视集团 (SMG), Hi Captain Pictures, 江西电影集团有限责任公司, DF Pictures, Maxtimes Pictures, Beijing Shangshi Culture (Super Lion) 上狮文化
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
岳洋
Shao Yan, Qian Liu, Zhang Dahai
Huang Yixin
Mark Lee Ping-Bing
Tu Yiran
Chen Lizhi, Qian Liu, Lei Zehua, Yi Cun
Department Leadership Roster
Chen Lizhi
Producer
岳洋
Director
Qian Liu
Producer
Lei Zehua
Producer
Mark Lee Ping-Bing
Director of Photography
Tu Yiran
Editor
Fu Lei
Costume Design
Huang Yixin
Original Music Composer
Shao Yan
Screenplay
Qian Liu
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Every Dog Has Its Day.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Every Dog Has Its Day
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Every Dog Has Its Day about?
Old Lin, a retired steel mill veteran with mobility issues, lives a materially comfortable yet emotionally desolate life. His routine is unexpectedly disrupted when he crosses paths with Ma Teng, an idle drifter brimming with "useless knowledge" and a chronic habit of abandoning projects midway, during a botched caregiver interview. What begins as a comedic clash of misunderstandings evolves into an extraordinary companionship. Through their unlikely journey bridging generational and social divides, the mismatched pair transforms from chaotic strangers into mutual pillars of support. This transgenerational bond defying conventional boundaries of age and mortality becomes a profound testament to human resilience. In each other's flawed existence, they discover the courage to confront physical decline and mortality, ultimately unearthing the fortitude to embrace life's uncertainties with renewed bravery.
Who directed Every Dog Has Its Day?
Every Dog Has Its Day was directed by 岳洋.
Who stars in Every Dog Has Its Day?
The principal cast of Every Dog Has Its Day includes Lin Gengxin, Li Youbin, Victoria Song, Wang Yanlin, Li Xueqin.
When was Every Dog Has Its Day released and how long is it?
Every Dog Has Its Day was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Every Dog Has Its Day?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Every Dog Has Its Day was composed by Huang Yixin.
