Chinese movies & TV shows by Linglong laoshi

Super Sketch Show (My favorite comedy show of the year!)

linglongmandarin — 2022-01-22 21:04:25 UTC

Widdi recommends...

Widdi — 2022-01-22 21:04:49 UTC

Hi! I mostly watch K dramas, but here are the Chinese dramas I've watched and enjoyed! Warning: I do not like serious or violent or sad content, I like superficial, lighthearted romantic comedies :) These can all be found on Netflix:
A Love So Beautiful
Put Your Head On My Shoulder
Meteor Garden
Use For My Talent
Love O2O
When I See You Again (Taiwan)

Joy of Life (Historical, politics)

HeYiLian — 2022-01-23 01:48:55 UTC

My favorite drama of all time!!!! It’s so intense and has many plot twists. Summary: Fanxian goes to the capital to fulfill his imperial duties, build political alliances, and find out the secrets about his mother and who he really is. I’m so excited for season 2 to come out this year!

The Long Ballad (historical, drama)

vnhunteman — 2022-01-26 17:23:03 UTC

The year is 626 C.E, and the realm and its political center Chang’an, are shaken to its core by the Xuanwu Gate Incident, a successful palace coup to take charge of the Tang Dynasty. A scheming prince leads the bloody coup and kills the family of Li Chang Ge during the raid, although she manages to escape. Now the prince has placed himself on the Imperial throne, and rules as Emperor Tai Zong.
Li Chang Ge has her mind firmly set on revenge – and musters a powerful army intent on overthrowing the new Emperor.

Legend of Zhen Huan (historical drama, classic!)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 19:51:52 UTC

A young woman born of the Eight Banners' family marries the Emperor. After surviving many murderous scandals and betrayals, she prevails as the most powerful woman in the Emperor's harem, the Empress Dowager. In the process, she transforms from a kind-hearted, clever girl to a power-hungry, manipulative woman.

The Bad Kids (Crime/Thriller)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 19:54:19 UTC

A story that follows three children from a coastal town who unintentionally film a murder scene. As the kids become involved with the suspect, it opens up a case that is far more complicated than it looks and entraps several families into an unpredictable outcome.

A Love for Dilemma (family drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 19:56:14 UTC

The show delves into the issues of education and parent-child relationships through the lenses of ordinary Chinese families. As the kids move up from elementary school to junior high, the family unit evolves in the journey.

Reset (Crime/Thriller)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 19:57:55 UTC

When Li Shi Qing awoke that fateful morning, she had no idea her life was about to change forever. Going about her day as usual, Shi Qing boarded the bus without ever giving her actions a second thought. But when the bus she was on was involved in a horrendous accident, Shi Qing had only seconds to realize that her life was about to end. Or was it?

Nothing but Thirty (Friendship, Romance, Drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 19:59:42 UTC

The drama follows the perspectives of three 30-year-old women and tells the story of urban women who encounter multiple pressures at the age of 30.

Home with Kids (classic family sitcom)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:00:57 UTC

Two divorced families come as one - the five family members live happily in a flat in modern Beijing. The story is revolved around their encounters to various issues in life.

Once Upon a Bite (Documentary about Chinese food)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:05:28 UTC

The documentary explores and interprets the history and culture behind food from a variety of perspectives.

A Murderous Affair in Horizon Tower (Crime/Thriller)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:07:28 UTC

A beautiful coffee shop owner Zhong Meibao suddenly dies in a condominium at the Horizon Tower. When she died, her face still wore a doll-like makeup, hence the case was referred to as the "Doll Murder Case". This case shocks the whole tower, and after investigation the clues point to three suspects...

Nirvana In Fire (Historical, Politics)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:09:43 UTC

In sixth-century China, Emperor Xiaoxuan of Southern Liang orders the unjust execution of his brother-in-law General Lin Xie, alongside the Lin family, his 70,000 army soldiers, and Crown Prince Qi. Secretly surviving the massacre is Lin Xie's son, Lin Shu, who undergoes medical treatment that changes his appearance entirely and leaves him in a weakened state, unable to perform martial arts again. Lin Shu changes his name to Mei Chang Su and later becomes the chief of the pugilist world and establishes the Jiangzuo Alliance.

The Long Night (Crime/Thriller)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:15:12 UTC

It was an open shut case with hundred of witnesses seeing the murder suspect trying to dispose of a body and a signed confession from the suspect himself. And yet when the case was ready for court, the prosecutor discovered that the case was not as it appeared. The murder was but a cover for another more shocking injustice. He spent ten years trying to uncover the truth, toiling away his youth, his career, his reputation, his family, and even his life.

The Soul of Chess (drama, supernatural)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:22:42 UTC

On a hunt for treasure and extra cash, sixth year primary school student Shi Guang discovered an old Go board in his grandfather’s house. Upon touching the Go board, he was possessed by the spirit of a Go master from the Southern Dynasty, during the reign of Emperor Song, named Chu Ying, that resides within. Chu Ying dedicated his life to Go. And under his influence, Shi Guang gradually developed a passion for the game.

Li Ziqi (Channel about Chinese Country Life)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:24:07 UTC

The Story Of MingLan (Historical, Romance)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:26:33 UTC

Set in the Northern Song dynasty, the story follows Sheng Ming Lan, an unfavored concubine-born 6th daughter of an official. After losing her mother at a young age, Ming Lan is raised by her paternal grandmother.

Growing up, she learns to hide her true genius self and use crafty and cunning methods in order to survive the tough conditions where family members are plotting against each other.

Like A Flowing River (life story, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:30:29 UTC

The story is set during the period of the Chinese economic reform from 1978 until 1992 and the three men who relentlessly push the boundaries amidst trying times.

Minning Town (life story, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:35:32 UTC

The show is in Shaanxi dialect. It tells the story of villagers from Ningxia who migrated and built Minning Town from scratch.

The Imperial Coroner (historical, mystery)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:56:15 UTC

Young girl Chu Chu came from a family of coroners. She meets Prince Xiao Jin Yu, a dignified prince in charge of criminal lawsuit who appeared weak and sickly. Prince Xiao lacks reliable manpower to investigate case, while Chu Chu lacks people to step up, take charge and be a man.
Together, they manage to unravel a shocking case that has dragged on for 18 years. After solving the case, she won the Emperor's approval and is finally certified as the Imperial Coroner, fulfilling her life goal.

With You (stories of China's fight against COVID)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 20:59:12 UTC

With You tells the stories of the Chinese military and civilians in the fight against the COVID-19. The ordinary people constitute the main force to fight the pandemic in all walks of life across the country.

The Untamed (Mystery, fantasy, bromance)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:02:47 UTC

Wei Wu Xian and Lan Wang Ji, two talented disciples of respected clans, meet during cultivation training and accidentally discover a secret carefully hidden for many years.

All is Well (Romance, family, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:04:32 UTC

Everything falls apart after the death of the Su family matriarch and after "suffering" for so long under his wife, the weak and selfish Su Da Qiang begins to meddle in his children’s lives and often asks them to meet the most unreasonable requests.

Candle in the Tomb (adventure, thriller, supernatural)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:10:25 UTC

There is an old Chinese saying, "A human lights the candle and the ghosts blow it out."
Hu Ba Yi is well versed in Feng Shui with specialization in tomb configuration, which he learned from an antique book he inherited from his family. The knowledge saved him when he fell into a ditch in a snow avalanche in Tibet. And again when he and his friends joined an archaeology team to explore the "ghost cave" located in Taklamakan Desert. As he helped the team navigate through the dangers, he couldn't help feeling that someone had predicted their every move and designed the traps and hidden passages accordingly.

Ode to Joy (Friendship, Romance, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:12:56 UTC

Five women live on the 22 floor of the same apartment. Different in personalities they each have their own struggles in their career, family and love life. As they get to know each other and journey through the struggles of living in Shanghai, they each undergo a transformation.

Red Sorghum (historical, family, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:16:01 UTC

Red Sorghum's plot revolves around three generations of the Shandong family between 1923 and 1976. The narrator tells the story of his family's struggles.

With You (Romance, Youth, Drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:27:10 UTC

When Geng Geng enters Zhen Hua High School, she is seated next to top student Yu Huai. While she's struggling with homework and exams, she suddenly also gets a new mom and younger brother. After entering Zhen Hua High School, however, her lonely life comes to an end. With new friends on her side, especially Yu Huai, she lives through the three years till graduation. Suddenly after graduation, the boy she came to like disappears. When she meets Yu Huai again, will she choose the love she could never forget or will she choose Lu Xing He who pursued her all these years?

Remembrance of Things Past (Friendship, Romance, Drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-04-23 21:32:25 UTC

A story of young men and women born in the 80's and 90's who meet in Beijing. Through their struggles in the metropolis, they hold on to their dreams and experience various tests in life, career, and love.

Some Day or One Day (romance, thriller) MUST WATCH!!!

linglongmandarin — 2022-08-01 15:55:51 UTC

Huang Yu-Xuan is depressed after her boyfriend dies from a plane incident. One day, she receives a parcel with tape, and she goes back to the past while listening to the tape and meets her boyfriend once again.

The World Between Us (crime, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2022-08-01 15:59:16 UTC

"The World Between Us" is a 10-part, hour-long series that follows the aftermath of a mass shooting where the fates of all parties involved - the killer, the victims, the victims' families, the media and the defence teams are intertwined.

The Rational Life (Netflix)

2022-08-28 18:11:24 UTC

Shen Ruo Xin is a thirty-something professional who decides to take a stand against unfair societal expectations At her workplace she finds herself drawn to two different men - one her trusted, younger assistant, the other her bachelor boss. Knowing she is considered a 'leftover woman' weighs heavily on her. Will she opt to marry the man society deems appropriate, or will she listen to her heart and screw up the courage to pursue a romance with the younger man?

Twenty Your Life On (comedy, romance)

linglongmandarin — 2022-08-29 17:44:01 UTC

It tells the story of four college girls who are about to graduate. In the coming year, in which they will begin their career, they experience a lot of setbacks.

Word of Honor (Period Drama, Bromance)

2022-09-02 00:58:45 UTC

On YouTube and Netflix
The leader of assassin organisation "The Window of Heaven," Zhou Zishu (played by Zhang Zhehan), quits his position in pursuit of freedom with drastic measures. During his travels, he meets Wen Kexing (played by Gong Jun), the reclusive leader of Ghost Valley who wants nothing but revenge. The two become entangled in various machinations within the martial arts world, and eventually become soulmates instrumental in each other's redemption. One conspiracy, two soulmates, five pieces of treasure, twenty years of grievances, and thousands of years of jianghu dreams have tied their destinies closely together.

Please Don't Spoil Me (Romance, Comedy, Period Drama)

2022-09-02 01:08:54 UTC

(YouTube)
Internet writer Yan Yi Yi entered her own novel and became a vicious female supporter. She uses her wits and courage against the emperor to avoid the tragic ending of entering the cold palace, but she was warned by "the book official" (all-knowing entity who knows everything about the story and her) that if she did not enter the cold palace according to the plot, she would be obliterated. So Yan Yi Yi struggles to survive by maintaining the plot and avoiding a bad ending while she's slowly falling in love with the emperor.

Love Between Fairy and Devil (Romance, Fantasy)

2022-10-08 11:50:16 UTC

(on Netflix; 36 episodes)

A well-meaning but weak fairy named Orchid (who used to be an orchid flower before she cultivated enough to become a fairy) accidentally freed the incredibly powerful “Moon Supreme” who tried to conquer the fairy realm before being sealed. Now they are bound with a curse that makes the Moon Supreme feel the same emotions and take any physical damage that affect Orchid. Can he break the curse? Can Orchid send him away before the fairy court finds him at her home and labels Orchid as a traitor? Are they developing feelings for each other? What about the fairy general that Orchid loves (and who loves her in return)? Find out in this cute and funny series.

Echo recommends: Couple of Mirrors (drama, thriller, mystery, historical, GL)

eyhertzberg219 — 2023-01-07 00:14:50 UTC

You Yi is a young, innocent, and kind-hearted socialite and a successful author, living with everyone's adoration and envy. Her perfect life is turned upside-down when she discovers a betrayal by the two most trusted people in her life. With no one left to turn to, she finds refuge in the friendship and support of Yan Wei, a young photographer with a cold personality. Unbeknownst to all, Yan Wei has a deadly secret identity.

Three Body (Sci-fi)

linglongmandarin — 2023-01-17 19:31:30 UTC

This drama series was based on a hit sci-fi novel Liu Ci Xin named “The Three-Body Problem.”

The Knockout (Crime, drama)

linglongmandarin — 2023-02-15 16:44:03 UTC

Xiaoguo Comedy

2023-05-31 16:08:39 UTC

Clips of Chinese comedians with English subtitles! Very fun.

God Troubles Me (animated, comedy)

2023-05-31 16:15:35 UTC

This is on Netflix also (I think? I found it on the UK Netflix, at least...): "Su Moting is an ordinary working girl. She is also the "son of the immortal and the monster". Driven away from home by her parents, Su teams up with an immortal and a monster, and the three of them start their hilarious daily life."

The Long Season (Crime/Thriller)

linglongmandarin — 2024-05-17 12:53:44 UTC

A pack of unidentified body parts was dropped in the birch forest, just like a stone into the calm water. For the past twenty years, Wang Xiang could never stop thinking about that pack, not even when the leaves in the fall turned yellow. A lost father, a dead lover and old friends meeting up again were trapped in three different eras because of an unsolved mystery.

To the Wonder (Romance, family)

linglongmandarin — 2024-05-17 12:59:54 UTC

The drama is adapted from Li Juan's essay collection “My Altay”. It tells the story of Li Wenxiu (played by Zhou Yiran), a Han girl who grew up in Altay. The pursuit of her literary dreams in the big city is fraught with difficulties, so she reluctantly returns to her hometown to her mother (played by Ma Yili) who runs a small provision store. After meeting Kazakh boy Batay (played by Yu Shi), Wenxiu gradually discovers the beauty of the local area.

Meet Yourself (Romance, Drama)

linglongmandarin — 2024-05-17 13:03:49 UTC

Xu Hong Dou is a woman who has worked in the hotel industry for most of her adult life. She is every inch the big-city woman, but her life hits a sudden bump in the road. Her best female friend has died, sending her life into a tailspin. Her work starts to suffer. Rather than continue to soldier on in the city, she decides to take a break from the fast-paced urban lifestyle in a remote village. She heads out to the village of Yun Miao, near Dali, in Yunnan Province – in search of peace and quiet.