Detective Dee: The Mystery of a Ghost Town

Set in China during the Tang Dynasty, this mystery follows Detective Dee as he investigates reports of the undead terrorizing a local district. Tasked by Empress Wu, the detective and the imperial guard commander travel to the region to uncover the truth behind the sightings. He discovers that a dangerous cult is using parasitic insects to animate corpses, creating a zombie army. This sinister plot is orchestrated by Prince Li Zhen, also known as Prince Yue, who intends to use these creatures to overthrow the empire.

The film was written and directed by Liu Hang, marking his second feature following Yi Mei Returns. The cast includes Lin Luo in the role of Du Xiaoling. Produced in China, the movie was released on July 3, 2025.