Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass (2025)
Chinese · Animation / Comedy · 99 min
Released 2 Aug 2025
Page updated 27 Oct 2026
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass is available to rent or buy in Australia on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. No subscription carries it yet.
FilmyChill score
Audiences like it more than critics.
AudienceFrom 61 ratings on TMDB
LikedCriticsFrom published reviews
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What the audience says
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass holds up as a perfectly decent Chinese film, if not a remarkable one.
Premiered at the Shanghai International Film Festival.
What the critics say
Critics largely gave this one a pass. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Should you spend 99 minutes on it?
It's rent-or-buy only in this market, which makes it a decision rather than a background watch.
- Skip if
- you were hoping a subscription you already have would cover it
- Best for
- A family evening that doesn't run late
Good to know
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
Director
Zhang Gang
Cast
Jiang Wen
Heavenly Master (voice)
Shun Zi
Phoenix Master (voice)
Tu Xiongfei
Mega Rat (voice)
Li Hanlin
Xander / Ten Ten (voice)
Story
During a chase inside a museum, Tom and Jerry find an ancient magical compass and end up being transported through time. Lost in a distant era, they will need to work together to find a way back home.
When is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass coming to streaming?
Not streaming yet in Australia — Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass released in theatres 2025-08-02. We haven't seen an announced streaming release date from any platform. We re-check every day and this page updates the moment it lands.
Where to watch in Australia
Theatrical run ended — streaming arrival pending
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreAmazon Video
Not on any streaming subscription yet — renting is the only way to watch it at home for now.
Availability as of 17 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
Watch the trailer on YouTube →
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Frequently asked
Is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Audiences like it more than critics. It rates 6.6/10 on audience ratings. Critics largely gave this one a pass. 99 minutes of Chinese animation, leaning comedy, fine for the whole family. It's rent-or-buy only in this market, which makes it a decision rather than a background watch.
Where can I watch Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass opened in theatres in Australia on 2 Aug 2025, and its cinema run has most likely ended. We haven't seen an announced streaming release date yet — check back soon.
When is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass coming to streaming?
We haven't found an announced streaming release date for Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass yet. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass family friendly?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass is rated PG, suitable for family viewing.
What language is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass in?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass is a Chinese film (Animation / Comedy).
How long is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass runs 1h 39m (99 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass stars Jiang Wen, Shun Zi, Tu Xiongfei and Li Hanlin, directed by Zhang Gang.
When did Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass come out?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass was released on 2 Aug 2025.
