‘Detective Conan’ and ‘Toy Story 5’ Lose Out! 2026 Taiwan Box Office Top 10: One 'God-tier Film' Rakes in NT$290 Million to Claim the Crown

Taiwan's film market in the first half of 2026 was led by animated sequels, Hollywood blockbusters, and Asian genre films, with local productions 'Double Happiness' and the baseball documentary 'Champion’s Path' successfully entering the top 10. The battle for first and second place was especially tight: 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' claimed the top spot with NT$290.5 million, narrowly edging out Pixar’s 'Resonant World' at NT$288.66 million. From classic character comebacks and fashion film sequels to zombie and space adventures, this article presents the top 10 highest-grossing films in Taiwan during the first half of 2026, detailing each film’s plot highlights and audience reactions.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #10: 'Double Happiness' – NT$85.78 million

Directed by Hsu Cheng-chieh, 'Double Happiness' stars Liu Kuan-ting, Yvonne Yung, Kara Wai, Tu Cheng-hua, and Tian Qiwen. Liu plays Gao Ting-sheng, a groom who arranges two separate weddings on the same day with his bride Wu Dai-ling (played by Yung) to prevent his long-divorced, estranged parents from clashing at the banquet. What begins as a chaotic and absurd wedding plan gradually uncovers the protagonist’s long-ignored family trauma as relatives and friends arrive.

The film’s portrayal of Chinese family dynamics left audiences both laughing and emotionally suffocated. Some viewers called it 'too Chinese,' noting that the absurd situations might not resonate as strongly in other cultures. Others commented, 'Beneath the chaotic humor lies the protagonist’s unseen childhood pain.' While the wedding scenes are full of comedy, the emotional tension between characters and their parents leaves a lasting impact.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #10: 'Double Happiness' – NT$85.78 million (Image: IMDb)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #9: 'Champion’s Path' – NT$96.43 million

The Taiwanese baseball documentary 'Champion’s Path' follows the national team’s journey from defeat to world champions. Starting with the disappointment of the 2013 World Baseball Classic, the film uses game footage, player interviews, and coaching perspectives to connect different generations of national players, culminating in head coach Tseng Hao-chi leading Taiwan to victory over Japan and winning the Premier12 Championship.

Many fans relived the excitement of the championship in theaters. Viewers said the film helped them truly appreciate the athletes’ joy on the podium, while others praised how it captured the long-term pressure, on-field struggles, and emotional release after victory. For audiences familiar with Taiwan’s baseball history, the film served as a collective retrospective.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #9: 'Champion’s Path' – NT$96.43 million (Image: FB@Champion’s Path HeroHito)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #8: 'Michael Jackson' – NT$107.94 million

Directed by Antoine Fuqua, 'Michael Jackson' stars Jafa Jackson portraying his real-life uncle, Michael Jackson. The film traces Michael’s journey from joining the Jackson 5 as a child to becoming a global pop icon, while also exploring the personal costs of fame, family dynamics, and living under constant public scrutiny.

For fans, seeing classic moments like 'Billie Jean' and the moonwalk on the big screen was a major draw. One viewer exclaimed, 'How many more chances will I have to see MJ singing and moonwalking right in front of me on such a huge screen?' Jafa Jackson’s resemblance and stage presence sparked discussion, with some calling the casting 'divine recreation' and saying it felt like 'Michael reincarnated.'

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #8: 'Michael Jackson' – NT$107.94 million (Image: IMDb)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #7: 'Detective Conan: The Fallen Angel of the Highway' – NT$119.77 million

The 29th installment in the Detective Conan franchise, directed by Hayashi Takahiro, with Minami Takayama reprising her role as Conan Edogawa. The story begins at a large automotive event in Yokohama Port, where Conan, Ran, Sonoko, and Kogoro Mouri get caught up in a series of incidents along the highway, featuring chases, explosions, and motorcycle stunts.

Recent entries in the series have emphasized large-scale action, reviving the term 'Conan Physics' as a joke among fans. One viewer quipped, 'Physics limits my imagination,' while another said, 'If you temporarily forget this is a detective story, you can enjoy the bomb blasts and high-speed chases.' While opinions vary on the amount of actual detective work, the blockbuster-style action remains a key draw for fans.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #7: 'Detective Conan: The Fallen Angel of the Highway' – NT$119.77 million (Image: IMDb)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #6: 'Project Hail Mary' – NT$172.22 million

Adapted from Andy Weir’s novel, 'Project Hail Mary' stars Ryan Gosling as a man who wakes up on a spaceship with no memory of his identity or mission. Piecing together clues, he discovers he holds the key to Earth’s survival. His solitary space survival mission evolves into an unexpected interspecies friendship.

Audiences focused on the film’s scientific accuracy and character relationships. One viewer summarized the core as 'Life is the reason planets don’t die,' while others were moved by the bond between the protagonist and the alien Rocky. A popular joke among fans: 'After Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling now co-stars with a rock,' referencing the alien’s appearance.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #6: 'Project Hail Mary' – NT$172.22 million (Image: FB@Project Hail Mary)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #5: 'Toy Story 5' – NT$209.59 million

'Toy Story 5' reunites Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and the original voice cast. Woody, Buzz, and the gang now face a new challenge: as electronic devices dominate children’s lives, traditional toys must find their place. The film continues the series’ themes of companionship and growth, while addressing the loss brought by generational change.

Some viewers felt the toys represented 'the parts of us that never grew up—fragile, anxious, yet full of drive.' Others appreciated that tablets weren’t portrayed as pure villains, prompting reflection on whether children can still use toys to imagine, play, and create in a digital age. While nostalgic character returns drew fans, the film’s core discussion centered on how new technology reshapes childhood and play.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #5: 'Toy Story 5' – NT$209.59 million (Image: Disney Official Website)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #4: 'Peninsula 2: Zombie Zone' – NT$226.78 million

Directed by Yeon Sang-ho and starring Jun Ji-hyun, Koo Kyo-hwan, and Ji Chang-wook, 'Zombie Zone' sets a viral outbreak inside a Seoul skyscraper. As the virus spreads rapidly in a confined space, survivors flee upward. Jun Ji-hyun plays a bioengineer who discovers the infected are exhibiting organized group behavior, completely overturning established zombie rules.

The idea of intelligent zombies sparked jokes like, 'I used to fear zombie hordes; now I fear zombies with culture.' Some viewers believe the film pushes the long-established zombie genre into a new phase. Beyond the infected, the film explores how trapped individuals make choices between self-interest and fear, adding complexity to the narrative.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #4: 'Peninsula 2: Zombie Zone' – NT$226.78 million (Image: IMDb)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #3: 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' – NT$239.72 million

Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, and Emily Blunt return in 'The Devil Wears Prada 2.' Years later, print magazines face competition from digital media and ads, and Miranda, Andy, and Emily now occupy different positions. Their reunion shifts past power dynamics, making workplace authority and personal choice central themes once again.

The return of the original cast drew nostalgic viewers. Some were deeply moved when Meryl Streep’s Miranda says, 'I truly love my job.' Others felt the sequel lost some of the original’s glamorous awe, instead reflecting modern workplace fatigue and reality. The fashion world’s glitz remains, but the characters’ circumstances are vastly different from 20 years ago.

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #3: 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' – NT$239.72 million (Image: IMDb)

2026 Taiwan Box Office Rank #2: 'Resonant World' – NT$288.66 million

Pixar’s animated film 'Resonant World' follows a girl who loves animals and whose consciousness accidentally enters a fantastical world.