Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass (2026)
▸ Worth a watch
The verdict
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass holds up as a perfectly decent Chinese film, if not a remarkable one. It's sitting at 6.5/10 on TMDB across 52 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. At a brisk 99 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. It had its theatrical run in Australia — check back here for its OTT arrival.
Premiered at the Shanghai International Film Festival.
Critics largely gave this one a pass. — distilled from critics' published reviews
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 39m — short |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Comedy |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
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)
Where to watch in Australia
Theatrical run ended — OTT arrival pending
Availability as of 2026-08-19 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.5/10 on audience ratings. Critics largely gave this one a pass.
Where can I watch Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass?
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass has finished its theatrical run in Australia. Its OTT release hasn't been announced yet — check back soon.
When is Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
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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).