Successor

Successor

2024 · 133 min · ZH · 7.0 (95 votes)
Dir. Yan Fei, Peng Damo · Starring Shen Teng, Ma Li, Shi Pengyuan, Sa Rina, Xiao Bochen, Zhang Zidong · Music Fei Peng
Comedy

Ma Chenggang, a wealthy man in Xihong City, worries that his eldest son is too spoiled to succeed him. Determined to raise a capable successor, he takes an unconventional approach. They conceal their wealth, moving the family to a dilapidated neighborhood, and maintain an illusion of poverty, so that his son could develop qualities such as hard work, knowledge, careful budgeting, physical fitness, and perseverance.

VIBE

This charmingly witty comedy offers a heartwarming, lighthearted exploration of family, wealth, and genuine values. It's a steady, character-driven experience, full of humorous situations and subtle social commentary. Expect an awkward yet ultimately feel-good watch, perfect for a family movie night.

humorousheartwarmingwittylightheartedawkwardsteadysituational comedyfamily dramedycharacter-driven humorsocial satirefamily dynamicsclass differencesparental guidancepersonal growthdeception
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