Stephen Chow’s “A Hope” (aka “Long River 7″) has yet changes title to “CJ7″.

“CJ7,” which also was scripted and helmed by Chow, was produced through his shingle Star Overseas in association with mainland China co-producer China Film Group. Sony previously handled Chow’s “Kung Fu Hustle” and also inked a multi-picture production deal with Star Overseas in May. Pic will be produced by Chui Po Chu (”Kung Fu Hustle,” “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon”) and is expected to begin shooting this year. Sony Pictures Releasing Intl. will handle distribution of “Jump” and all future pics in the deal.

Fantasy stars Chow as a poor Chinese laborer who learns important life lessons when his son gets a strange new toy. CJ7 targeted to release in Chinese New Year.