‘Micro-dramas’ are a $7bn industry in China: bigger than movies

Micro-Dramas: A Rising Industry in China

Micro-dramas, 90-minute films broken down into one-minute episodes, have become a significant industry in China, with a market size of $7bn annually.

These episodes are made available online, with the first few episodes free and subsequent ones requiring payment, up to $30 per drama, through an app.

The micro-drama market in China pulls in $7bn annually. It’s already bigger than their domestic box office.

Author's summary: Micro-dramas are a $7bn industry in China, bigger than movies.

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Music Ally Music Ally — 2025-10-14

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