Key practical points:
• Every film needs review approval before distribution and public screening.
• Specific content that breaks the law, public order, or the national interest is prohibited.
• Rules govern filming in public places and foreign cooperation.
• Practices such as faking box-office figures are banned.
• Incentives and exemptions are offered to support domestic production and screening.
💬 General consulting
Film Industry Promotion Law · Yalla China
中华人民共和国电影产业促进法 / Film Industry Promotion Law
Enacted: 2016-11-07 ✅ Effective: 2017-03-01
📝 Overview
A law regulating film production, distribution, and screening, requiring content review before release. It supports the domestic film industry and sets rules for quality and competition.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
If you plan to film or distribute a movie in China, content review is a mandatory step you cannot skip. Working with a local partner eases the process. General orientation, not legal advice.
📎 Official source
npc.gov.cn
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026