Boonie Bears: The Hidden Protector

Country: People's Republic of China

The 3D catalogue: film cases on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalogue in 3D

The film shelves have a room of their own that you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real films from the same catalogue when you tell them what you feel like watching. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this film is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

The bear brothers face a mythical creature from Chinese folklore called the Nian during the New Year. They must use their wits to protect their home and friends from the beast.

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What happens

Boonie Bears: The Hidden Protector (Chinese: 熊出没·年年有熊) is a 2026 Chinese animated fantasy comedy film directed by Lin Huida and produced by Fantawild Animation. It is the twelfth installment in the Boonie Bears film series and was released in mainland China on 17 February 2026, coinciding with the Chinese New Year holiday. The film represents a creative shift for the franchise, introducing a Chinese fantasy setting rooted in traditional folklore, particularly the legend of the Nian. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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