Dear Friends 2020 - 2021

Pili (1988 - 2023)

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Pili is a puppet show from Taiwan. It is made by Pili International Multimedia. The TV series started in 1985, and it still continues today. It is one of the most popular TV shows in Taiwan. Pili puppet show is performed by many kinds of puppets, some of them are cool, some are intelligent, and some are funny. Unlike traditional puppet shows, Pili puppet show uses state-of-the-art animation to help present its fighting art. The delicate design of the appearance and characteristics of each puppet has made Pili puppet show a well-known entertainment in Taiwan.

Average Episode Run Time: 58` . Year(s): 1988 - 2023

Director: Chris Huang , Wen Tze Huang

Stay With Me (2023)

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Su Yu, a high school student who lives a simple life with his father, faces a major change when his mother remarries a wealthy man, introducing him to his step-brother Wu Bi. Despite their initial differences-Wu Bi being a cold and arrogant top student, while Su Yu is an unreasonable underachiever-their relationship takes an unexpected turn after an accident. As they gradually warm up to each other, their bond grows stronger. However, when a heated fight arises, their true identities are revealed...

Average Episode Run Time: 34` . Year(s): 2023

Director: Chai Ji Dan

Stars: Zhang Jiong Min , Xu Bin , Wu Chengze , Yang Shuo , Gao Ziqi , Zhu-Yan Manzi

The Legend of the Condor Heroes (2017)

8.4 /10

The story is set in the Song dynasty and at the beginning of the Jurchen-ruled Jin dynasty's invasion of northern China. The first part revolves around the friendship of two men, Yang Tiexin and Guo Xiaotian, who became heroes in their own right as they fought the Jin invaders. The bond between the duo is so strong that they pledge to each other that their unborn children will become either be sworn siblings (if both are of the same sex) or a married couple (if they are of opposite sexes). The story focuses on the trials and tribulations of their sons after Guo Xiaotian's death and Yang Tiexin's disappearance.

Average Episode Run Time: 45` . Year(s): 2017

Director: Jeffrey Chiang

Producer: Guo Jingyu

Stars: Yang Xuwen , Li Yitong , Chen Xingxu , Meng Ziyi , Zhao Lixin , Liu Zhiyang

Fireworks of My Heart (2023)

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Fire chief Song Yan and emergency doctor Xu Qin were separated by family opposition when they were younger. Now ten years later, they meet again due to their professions. After experiencing life and death together, they manage to find their way back, working together and encouraging each other. They acknowledge each other's individual growth after years apart, but will they be able to overcome the obstacles in their path this time to stay together?

Average Episode Run Time: 45` . Year(s): 2023

Director: Li Muge , Jiu Yuexi

Stars: Yang Yang , Wang Churan , Wang Yanlin , Wei Daxun , Vin Zhang , Yang Chaoyue

Lost You Forever (2023)

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In ancient times, humans, gods, and demons lived together, and the three kingdoms of Shennong, Xuanyuan, and Gaoxin stood together. Jiuyao (Xiaoyao) has gone through a hundred years of suffering, losing not only her identity but also her appearance. She settles down in Qingshui Town, becoming Wen Xiaoliu.

Average Episode Run Time: 47` . Year(s): 2023

Director: Zoe Qin

Stars: Yang Zi , Zhang Wanyi , Deng Wei , Tan Jianci , Dai Luwa , Wang Hongyi

Falling Into Your Smile (2021)

8.2 /10

Student Tong Yao makes two vows: to never be in a relationship with someone in the same field and to make up for the Chinese League of Legends. When Tong Yao earns her spot as the first formal female player in China's professional league, she catches the attention of an elite team captain. Facing doubts and inconveniences, she meets each challenge with her own persistence and her teammates' support. After much effort, what will become of her vows? Will she stand on the world stage to make up for six years of regret? Will she avoid a romantic entanglement within the e-sports world? Adapted from the novel You're Beautiful When You Smile by Qing Mei.

Average Episode Run Time: 44` . Year(s): 2021

Director: Qiu Zhongwei

Stars: Xu Kai , Cheng Xiao , Zhai Xiaowen , Zeawo , Zhou Yiran , Wang Ruoshan

All Men Are Brothers (2011)

7 /10

Toward the end of Northern Song Dynasty, the government was deeply corrupted. The oppressed people finally rebelled. A hundred and eight men and women fought against the government and took their last stand in a place called Liangshan.

Average Episode Run Time: 1hr . Year(s): 2011

Director: 鞠觉亮

Stars: Zhang Hanyu , Ray Lui , Kevin Yan , Hu Ke , Ady An , Du Chun

Fog Hill of Five Elements (2020 - 2023)

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A legend tells that a long time ago, monsters could give the ability to certain elected officials to master the five elements. But for that, you have to go through the dangerous foggy mountains... We follow the adventures of one of these elected officials.

Average Episode Run Time: 33` . Year(s): 2020 - 2023

Director: Lin Hun , Shi Qi

Stars: Xianghai Hao , Xin Teng , Rongshan Chang , Zhiqiu Ye , Yan Meme , Guo Sheng

Journey to the West (2011 - 2012)

5.4 /10

Journey to the West is a Chinese television series adapted from the classical novel of the same title. Production for the 66 episodes long series started on 12 September 2009, and it was first broadcast in mainland China on 28 July 2011 on TVS. The series was produced by Zhang Jizhong and was released a year later than another television series of the same title, but with a different cast and crew.

Average Episode Run Time: 45` . Year(s): 2011 - 2012

Director: Zhang Jizhong , Zhang Jianya

Stars: Wu Yue , Nie Yuan , Jinsheng Zang , Elvis Tsui , Wei Zi , Liu Tao

The Romance of the Three Kingdoms (1994)

7 /10

Romance of the Three Kingdoms is a Chinese television series adapted from the classical 14th century novel of the same title by Luo Guanzhong. It is part historical, part legend, and part mythical – romanticises and dramatizes the lives of feudal lords and their retainers, who tried to replace the dwindling Han dynasty or restore it. The focus is mainly on the three power blocs that emerged from the remnants of the Han dynasty, and would eventually form the three states of Cao Wei, Shu Han, and Eastern Wu. The novel deals with the plots, personal and military battles, intrigues, and struggles of these states to achieve dominance for almost 100 years.

Average Episode Run Time: 45` . Year(s): 1994

Director: Wang Fulin , Zhang Shaolin , Zhang Jizhong

Stars: Sun Yanjun , Tang Guoqiang , Pao Guoan , Lu Shuming , Li jingfei , Yuzhou Hong

The Wolf (2020 - 2021)

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Towards the end of the Tang Dynasty, Zhu Wen usurped the throne and established the Liang Kingdom. A boy from the wild accidentally falls off a cliff while being pursued for saving wolf pups. He is rescued by Zhu Wen who adopts him as a son, and is renamed Zhu Youwen. Ten years later, the young boy has been conferred the title Prince of Bo and he meets and falls in love with Zhaixing, the daughter of a governor. Zhaixing discovers that Zhu Youwen is kind and righteous in spite of his status and the two become embroiled in a struggle for power.

Average Episode Run Time: 45` . Year(s): 2020 - 2021

Director: Frankie Chen , 王为 , 陈玉珊

Producer: Lu Chao

Stars: Darren Wang , Li Qin , Xiao Zhan , Xin Zhilei , Zhang Xin , Shu-yao Kuo

Laughing in the Wind (2001)

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Laughing in the Wind is a 2001 Chinese television series produced by Zhang Jizhong, starring Li Yapeng and Xu Qing in the leading roles. The series is an adaptation of Louis Cha's novel The Smiling, Proud Wanderer. It was first broadcast on CCTV in China in 2001.

Average Episode Run Time: 45` . Year(s): 2001

Director: Zhang Jizhong

Stars: Li Yapeng , Xu Qing , Li Jie , Wei Zi , Bayaneruul , 苗乙乙