Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force is the highly anticipated sequel in Wuershan’s epic fantasy trilogy, based on the classic Chinese novel Investiture of the Gods.
Plot
The story follows Jiang Ziya and Ji Fa as they defend Xiqi against the Shang Dynasty, blending political intrigue, supernatural battles, and mythic heroes.
Cast
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Huang Bo as Jiang Ziya
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Yu Shi as Ji Fa
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Fei Xiang as King Zhou
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Ci Sha as Yang Jian
Release
Premiered January 29, 2025, in IMAX and went wide on January 31. It opened strong at the box office with $123M in China.
Reviews
Critics praised its visuals and scale, comparing it to The Lord of the Rings. Ratings include 3/4 stars (RogerEbert.com) and 8/10 (FilmInk).