New Gods: Nezha Reborn
A cyberpunk-infused animation where ancient myth clashes with rebellious fury, visualized as a superpowered motorcycle chase through a dystopian city.
New Gods: Nezha Reborn
New Gods: Nezha Reborn

新神榜:哪吒重生

"Rebirth of a hero"

06 February 2021 China 116 min ⭐ 8.1 (483)
Director: Zhao Ji
Cast: Yang Tianxiang, Zhang He, Xuan Xiaoming, Li Shimeng, Keer Zhu
Animation Fantasy Action
Rebellion Against Authority and Fate The Conflict Between Tradition and Modernity Identity and Self-Discovery Social Justice and Inequality
Box Office: $70,000,000

New Gods: Nezha Reborn - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details

Easter Eggs

The Masked Man is initially presumed to be the Six-Eared Macaque, a villainous doppelganger of the Monkey King from the novel 'Journey to the West'.

This is a deliberate misdirection for audiences familiar with the mythology. The reveal that he is actually the true Monkey King, Sun Wukong, is a major twist that subverts expectations and establishes him as a powerful, albeit cynical, ally.

A post-credits scene teases the sequel, 'New Gods: Yang Jian'.

At the very end of the credits, a man in a modern suit is seen playing with a dog. This is a direct reference to Yang Jian (also known as Erlang Shen), another powerful god from the 'Investiture of the Gods' who is often accompanied by a celestial dog. This scene explicitly sets up the next installment in the 'New Gods' cinematic universe.

Another post-credits scene shows a list of names from the 'Order of the Gods,' including Ao Bing.

This suggests that other gods and mythological figures will be reincarnated in this modern world, setting up future conflicts and alliances. The specific mention of Ao Bing hints at his eventual return, even after his defeat in the film.