White Snake: Afloat Full HD

White Snake: Afloat Full HD | White Snake: Afloat (白蛇：浮生, also translated as *The White Snake 3: Floating Life*) is the climactic final chapter in Light Chaser Animation’s beloved White Snake trilogy, released nationwide in China on **August 10, 2024**, coinciding with the Qixi Festival—Chinese Valentine’s Day ([Global Times][1]). Running approximately **133 minutes**, it blends romantic fantasy, Song Dynasty aesthetics, and traditional folk storytelling ([velopop.ca][2]).

The narrative returns to the canonical legend, depicting Bai Suzhen (Madam Bai) finding Xu Xian—his reincarnation after five centuries—on Hangzhou’s iconic Broken Bridge. The two marry, but their happiness is threatened by Fahai, a zealous Buddhist monk who opposes human–spirit unions. Accompanied by her loyal sister, Xiaoqing (the green snake demon), Bai fights to protect their love and life together ([Global Times][1]).

Praised for its stunning visuals and cultural authenticity, the film uses inspirations like the Song Dynasty painting *Along the River During the Qingming Festival* and integrates Peking opera influences and historically researched food, architecture, and festivals to craft a rich immersive world ([China.org.cn][3]).

By mid‑August it had earned over ¥240–245 million (≈ US \$34 million) at the Chinese box office—solid summer success as one of the top domestic blockbusters of 2024 ([China.org.cn][3], [en.hangzhou.com.cn][4]).

• White Snake: Afloat Full HD