Have a Nice Day (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Have a Nice Day is a 2018 animated comedy starring Jian Liu as Fang Yuanjun, Li Er, Yi Zheng and Da Wang. It runs 1 hour 17 minutes and earned $504,003 worldwide. Critics gave it 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 77 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 17m (77 min)
- Original language
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Chinese
- Studio
- Strand Releasing
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Have a Nice Day About?
The premise of Have a Nice Day without spoilers.
In the sweltering streets of Southern China, a series of events unfolds after a hapless driver named Xiao Zhang steals a large sum of money. His motivation? To pay for his fiancée's expensive and much-needed cosmetic surgery. The theft plunges a small town into escalating chaos as everyone focuses on the thief and his stolen fortune, leading to a frantic and humorous pursuit. The night becomes a whirlwind of unexpected twists and turns as the game of cat and mouse intensifies.
Have a Nice Day Cast & Characters
Jian Liu leads the cast as Fang Yuanjun, Li Er, with Yi Zheng as Erjie and Da Wang as Wu Lidu.
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- Xiaofeng Ma Shoupi
- Xingjun Zhao Man Look for Money
- Yu Wu Swallow's Mom
- Cao Kou
- Yang Siming
- Zhu Changlong
Have a Nice Day Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Have a Nice Day 78% on Rotten Tomatoes and 77 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 75/100, strongest in sensory experience (85) and weakest in story & flow (65).
Have a Nice Day Echo Score Breakdown
Have a Nice Day offers a compelling blend of stylized crime drama and nuanced animation, marked by richly textured imagery and measured pacing. Critics largely praised the film’s inventive visual design and deliberate tempo, while noting occasional lapses in narrative momentum and character depth. The tonal shifts between deadpan humor and stark violence were seen as bold if uneven. In sum, the film delivers a distinctive aesthetic experience with modest narrative and emotional engagement.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 82
In terms of Art & Craft, the film excels through its richly textured, hand-drawn animation and thoughtful production design. Reviewers highlighted the pale-hued, detailed backgrounds that evoke urban decay and inventive visual compositions reminiscent of auteur influences. Some critics observed moments of formulaic plotting and showy verbiage that interrupt visual flow. Overall, the artistic presentation is both striking and inventively executed.
- Character & Emotion 70
When it comes to Character & Emotion, the film presents a deadpan ensemble whose restrained delivery captures bleak desperation. Observers noted the distinct personalities conveyed through subtle voice performances and situational interactions within a constricted social milieu. However, some found the emotional resonance limited and the characters less memorable beyond their archetypal roles. Consequently, character depth feels serviceable rather than profoundly affecting.
- Story & Flow 65
In terms of Story & Flow, the narrative unfolds at a leisurely, meditative pace that reinforces the film’s contemplative mood. Several reviewers admired the cohesive structure and the concise 77-minute runtime, which avoids overstaying its welcome. Critics also pointed to uneven momentum and occasional reliance on familiar crime tropes that undercut originality. Overall, the storyline is engaging yet intermittently hindered by routine elements and pacing lulls.
- Sensory Experience 85
In terms of Sensory Experience, the film’s soundtrack and sound design complement its visual style with deliberate subtlety and effective ambient details. Critics praised the nuanced score, the clarity of urban soundscapes, and the vivid hand-drawn aesthetic that unifies the film’s tonal contrasts. There was little criticism of the aural elements, aside from occasional moments of understated impact. Ultimately, the sensory dimension is one of the film’s most compelling assets.
- Rewatch Factor 70
Regarding Rewatch Factor, the film’s concise length and distinctive visual voice make it appealing for repeat viewings. Observers appreciated the layered urban textures and thematic undercurrents that reveal additional nuance upon subsequent exposures. Yet, the restrained emotional depth and episodic pace may limit its lasting appeal for some viewers. In summary, the film offers moderate replay value, particularly for audiences drawn to its stylistic subtleties.
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Rotten Tomatoes 78% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 64%
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Metacritic 77 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 55% User score
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Letterboxd 3.3 /5
11 ratings
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Movie Insider 1.0 /5
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Have a Nice Day Box Office
Have a Nice Day grossed $504,003 worldwide. $79,393 came from the US and Canada and $424,610 (84%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$504K
- US & Canada
- $79.4K
- International
- $424.6K
Have a Nice Day Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Have a Nice Day.
Cars in Have a Nice Day
18 cars on screen, including the Chang'an Star and the 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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Chang'an Star Important role -
2011 Jeep Patriot Important role -
Shanghai-Volkswagen Santana Vista Typ 32B Important role -
2007 BMW Brilliance 5 Minor role
Have a Nice Day Also Known As
9 alternative titles, including “Einen schönen Tag noch” and “Hao ji le”.
- Also known as
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- Einen schönen Tag noch
- Hao ji le
- Tenha um bom dia
- 해브 어 나이스 데이
- 好极了
- Hao jile
- İyi Günler
- Και Καλή Σας Μέρα
- Гарного дня
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Have a Nice Day FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Have a Nice Day, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Have a Nice Day?
Have a Nice Day runs 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).
When was Have a Nice Day released?
Have a Nice Day was released on January 26, 2018.
Who is in the cast of Have a Nice Day?
Have a Nice Day stars Jian Liu as Fang Yuanjun, Li Er, Yi Zheng as Erjie and Da Wang as Wu Lidu, among 14 credited actors.
How much did Have a Nice Day make at the box office?
Have a Nice Day grossed $504,003 worldwide ($79,393 domestic, $424,610 international).
How is Have a Nice Day rated?
Have a Nice Day has 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, 77 on Metacritic, 55% on TMDB and 3.3/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Have a Nice Day have a post-credit scene?
No. Have a Nice Day has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Have a Nice Day in?
The original language of Have a Nice Day is Chinese.
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