Aquaman director James Wan arrived in Beijing Sunday evening, promoting this newest DC Comics standalone movie.

"This is my first trip to China. I'm sorry to take me so long come back to my ancestral land. But I'm super happy to be here and it's pretty amazing. And I cannot be more excited to be here actually with a film that I'm super proud of and to share with all you guys."

Actress Amber Heard and director James Wan pose for a photo during an event in Beijing, China, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, ahead of the Aquaman movie's December world premiere. [Photo: AP]

Chinese moviegoers will get to see The King of Atlantis' first solo adventure on December 7th, a full two weeks before fans in the US.

Lead Actor Jason Momoa also came along with James Wan during the promotion.

"I love you, China. Thanks for having us. Super pumped to be here! I'm excited for you guys- you, guys, go to see it before the whole world. Dec 7th, you guys get to see anything before anyone."

Actors Jason Momoa, center, Amber Heard and director James Wan pose for a photo during an event in Beijing, China, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, ahead of the Aquaman movie's December world premiere. [Photo: AP]

Momoa portrays the titular future ruler of Atlantis. Aquaman was first introduced as a comic-book character in 1941. In this upcoming film, half-human, half-Atlantean Arthur Curry learns that he is the heir to the throne of Atlantis, and must overcome his reluctance in order to step forward and lead his people.