Nemesis (2025): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2025, Nemesis is an animation, action, science fiction and adventure film directed by Ji Zhizhong.

What it’s about. During a Phoenix Grand Prix, Wu Luo, an oriental beast that had disappeared for 20 years, reappeared, bringing great disaster and panic to the city. Wu Luo was injured in the attack and hid in a cave to recuperate. Zhang Xiaozao, a young racing genius, was overconfident and led a team of four to risk a sneak attack on the injured Wu Luo, which instead triggered a more serious crisis. Faced with the blow, Zhang Xiaozao, with the help and encouragement of weapons expert Lai Daozhang, not only improved his combat effectiveness, but also regained his lost confidence. At the critical moment when Wu Luo was about to destroy Phoenix City, Zhang Xiaozao stepped forward, turned the tide, successfully saved the entire city, and eventually became a new generation of city hero.

Who’s in it. Nemesis stars Ma Yang, Zhang Xin and 李梦洁.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Nemesis has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nemesis page.

If you liked it. Fans of Nemesis tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.