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McDull's 25th Anniversary: Hong Kong Animation's Historic Milestone

3/17/2026

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The 25th anniversary of My Life as McDull marks a milestone for Hong Kong animation since its 2001 release.
The film became the first Hong Kong feature to win the Grand Prix at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival.
Its success helped spark a booming animation market, with 2025 China box office at $3.57 billion.
The McDull team expands the franchise with a stage performance and a spinoff animation.

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The 25th anniversary of My Life as McDull marks a milestone for Hong Kong animation since its 2001 release.
The film became the first Hong Kong feature to win the Grand Prix at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival.
Its success helped spark a booming animation market, with 2025 China box office at $3.57 billion.
The McDull team expands the franchise with a stage performance and a spinoff animation.