Painted Skin: The Resurrection
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Painted Skin: The Resurrection

An ancient fox spirit embarks on a diabolical quest to become human after escaping an icy prison, and becomes bound to a disfigured princess who seeks... the love of a noble guard as her kingdom crumbles in this lavish supernatural epic. Confined to a frozen cell for centuries, malevolent fox spirit Xiaowei (Xun Zhou) regains her freedom and seeks to preserve her beauty by seducing men and consuming their hearts. Should a man offer her his heart willingly, Xiaowei will become mortal, breaking free of the underworld and experiencing living among the living. Meanwhile, as a dark cloud falls over her kingdom, Princess Jing (Wei Zhao) flees, hiding her deep facial scars under a mask of pure gold while seeking the love of her former protector, who remains haunted by his failure to save her years prior. When destiny brings Xiaowei and Princess Jing together, the battle for the princess' heart begins. Show More

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In the movie Painted Skin: The Resurrection, an ancient fox spirit named Xiaowei escapes from her icy prison and embarks on a sinister mission to become human. In order to maintain her beauty, Xiaowei seduces men and consumes their hearts. If a man willingly offers his heart to her, Xiaowei will finally be able to break free from the underworld and experience living among humans.

At the same time, the kingdom is facing a dark cloud as Princess Jing, who is disfigured, desperately seeks the love of a noble guard. Haunted by his failure to save her in the past, Princess Jing hides her scars under a golden mask and flees her kingdom.

Destiny brings Xiaowei and Princess Jing together, and a fierce struggle for the princess' heart ensues. As Xiaowei manipulates the situation to her advantage, Princess Jing must navigate her own desires and the danger posed by the fox spirit.

With its mesmerizing visuals and supernatural elements, Painted Skin: The Resurrection is a lavish and captivating supernatural epic. It explores themes of love, beauty, and the lengths one will go to achieve their desires. Will Xiaowei succeed in her quest to become human? Will Princess Jing find the love she seeks? Find out in this thrilling and mysterious tale.