Jiang Ziya
A Chinese animated film (Legend of Deification) about the mythic hero Jiang Ziya, part of the Fengshen cinematic universe.
Category
Movie
Release Year
2020
Origin
China
Tags
mythologyfantasyanimationchina
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Jiang Ziya: Legend of Deification
Aliases
姜子牙, Legend of Deification
Type
Animated Film
Release Year
2020
Status
Released
Origin
China
Region
China
Creation Information
Creator
Not specified
Publisher
Beijing Enlight / Global partners
Original Work
Adapted from Investiture of the Gods (Fengshen Yanyi)
Genre
Fantasy, Mythology, Adventure, Animation
Content Information
Synopsis
After the war against the Nine‑Tailed Fox, Jiang Ziya is ordered to execute a spirit girl tied to the demon. Refusing blind obedience, he questions divine judgment and sets out to uncover the truth, facing exile and moral trials.
Main Characters
Jiang Ziya, Xiao Jiu (spirit girl), the Nine‑Tailed Fox, celestial officials
Setting
Fengshen mythos across mortal realms and celestial courts
Themes
Duty vs compassion, redemption, moral agency, consequences of power
Target Audience
Mythic fantasy and animation fans
Media Forms
Film
Theatrical animated feature (2D/CG hybrid)
Digital Content
Official trailers, featurettes, interviews
Events
Domestic premieres, festival showings
Commercial Information
Box Office
Strong domestic performance with notable global interest
Awards
Recognized for visual craftsmanship and score
Critical Reception
Praised for art direction and moral complexity
Market Notes
Part of the Fengshen cinematic slate following Ne Zha
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Chinese animation enthusiasts, mythology readers, global anime viewers
Communities
Weibo, Bilibili, YouTube reviewers
Quotes
A tale of conscience against decree.
Cosplay
Jiang Ziya robes, spirit girl motifs
Historical Development
2020
Chinese theatrical release; part of the Fengshen cinematic universe
2021
English‑language marketing and international trailer circulation
2022
Streaming availability and global festival showings
Related Links
enlightmedia.com
www.coloroomfilm.com
www.youtube.com
www.enjoyip.com