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Top 10 Chinese Anime & Animation Studios
Chinese anime — known as donghua (动画) — has grown from a regional curiosity into a global streaming phenomenon, with hit titles like Nezha (2019) crossing $700M at the box office. This list ranks the 10 Chinese animation studios driving that rise, from the oldest (Shanghai Animation Film Studio, 1957) to the newest platforms co-producing original series. Vote for your favourite studio at the bottom of the page.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese Anime Studios
## Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese Anime Studios
What is donghua? Donghua (动画) is the common term for Chinese animation. It covers everything from TV series and films to web animations, and draws heavily on Chinese mythology, history, and wuxia literature.
Is donghua the same as anime? Donghua is Chinese animation and anime is Japanese animation. They share visual styles and storytelling techniques, but donghua is rooted in Chinese cultural source material and is produced by studios based in China.
Which Chinese animation studio is the oldest? Shanghai Animation Film Studio, founded in 1957, is the oldest studio on this list and is known for classics such as Havoc in Heaven and Nezha Conquers the Demon King.
What is the most successful Chinese animated film? Nezha (2019), produced by Enlight Pictures Animation, is one of the highest-grossing Chinese animated films to date, earning over $720 million worldwide.
Where can I watch Chinese anime? Several studios on this list — including Bilibili and iQIYI Animation — operate major streaming platforms where donghua is released alongside international anime.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top Chinese animation studios mentioned in the list?
The list includes well-known studios such as Haoliners Animation, Bilibili Animation, Sparkly Key Animation Studio, and others, recognized for producing popular Chinese anime series.
Which Chinese animation studio is considered the best?
The best studio varies by criteria, but Haoliners Animation and Bilibili Animation are frequently cited for their high-quality productions and influence in the Chinese anime industry.
What popular Chinese anime have been produced by these studios?
Studios like Haoliners produced 'The King's Avatar' and 'Fox Spirit Matchmaker,' while Bilibili Animation is known for 'The Daily Life of the Immortal King' and 'Link Click.'
How do Chinese animation studios compare to Japanese anime studios?
Chinese studios have rapidly improved in animation quality and storytelling, often blending traditional Chinese art styles with modern techniques, though they still trail Japanese studios in global recognition and output volume.
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