Latest Short Dramas

Luan Shi Fan Hua Ru Jun Huai (乱世繁花入君怀) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the romance and revenge (逆袭) genres. Set in Republican-era Haicheng, it follows student Xu Wantang who becomes pregnant after a chance encounter with Fu Chengxiao, only to discover his true identity later. Guided by her unborn child’s mysterious warnings, she avoids a tragic fate, outsmarts scheming rivals Bai Manqing and Shen Zhiyi, and ultimately finds happiness with Fu Chengxiao. With 76 episodes, this drama blends historical romance, family intrigue, and a touch of supernatural guidance. Ideal for fans of Chinese short dramas who enjoy strong female leads and period settings.

This is a 67-episode Chinese vertical drama about a CEO (referred to only as ‘President’) whose landlord assumes that moving 4,000 employees and thousands of devices is impossible. The landlord keeps raising demands, but the CEO never argues—he pays on time and continues his projects. Everyone thinks he is trapped, but a year earlier he had already prepared a new headquarters. Three days after the landlord’s bet, all 4,000 employees vacate the building, leaving the landlord stunned. The story highlights the cultural value of ‘having a backup plan’ (退路) and the contrast between loud confidence and quiet preparation. It suits viewers who enjoy business revenge plots, underdog victories, and fast-paced short dramas with a satisfying twist.

Hot Free Lunch (烫嘴的免费午饭) is a 58-episode Chinese vertical short drama in the urban daily life genre. It follows Lin Chen, a new office worker whose lunches are repeatedly stolen and sabotaged by a senior colleague, Li Xiulan, with HR manager Wang Meng turning a blind eye. To fight back, Lin Chen prepares a meal with a legal ‘ghost pepper’ extract and adds a clear warning label. Li Xiulan ignores the warning, eats the lunch, and ends up hospitalized. When Li’s family causes a scene at the company and Wang Meng pressures Lin Chen to compromise, Lin Chen calls the police and presents surveillance footage and a recorded admission from Wang Meng as evidence. This drama explores workplace bullying, power dynamics, and the cultural significance of ‘face’ in Chinese corporate settings. It suits viewers who enjoy revenge narratives and social commentary in a compact format.

Love as Home Season 4 (以爱为家第四季) is a Chinese short drama that follows three friends—Li Guanlan, Li Xuan, and Jiang Liu—as they return to their hometown after graduation. Together, they thwart a relative’s conspiracy, land internships at Heyun Media, and navigate workplace challenges. The series explores themes of friendship, integrity, and age inclusivity, culminating in their successful launch of a fashion brand for middle-aged women. With 76 episodes, this completed drama blends slice-of-life, workplace, and social commentary, appealing to viewers who enjoy character-driven stories with cultural depth.

This is a 81-episode Chinese family ethics short drama (vertical drama) about Gu Cheng, a billionaire who was kidnapped as a child and returns to his biological family after 25 years. To test their sincerity, he pretends to be a beggar, enduring humiliation from his sister-in-law and relatives, while his parents accept him with a treasured sweater. The story explores themes of family bonds, greed, and redemption, culminating in Gu Cheng exposing a conspiracy to steal the family’s demolition compensation and marrying his secretary. It suits viewers who enjoy emotional family sagas with dramatic twists and moral lessons.

Three Days Later, I Transmigrate to Ancient Times and Loan Out the Mall! is a completed Chinese vertical short drama (457 episodes) that blends transmigration, survival, and farming (种田) tropes. The story follows a protagonist on the brink of death who binds to a transmigration system with an infinite warehouse that can freeze and store supplies. After spending everything to stockpile food, weapons, medicine, solar equipment, and seeds, she arrives in a war-torn ancient world. There she faces forced marriage, takes in three unfortunate women, hides modern supplies in a shabby hut, and fights to survive under heavy poll taxes. This guide explains the cultural context, genre conventions, and what viewers should know before watching.

Who Said You Can’t Cultivate Without a Spiritual Root? Season 26 (Chinese: 谁说没灵根不能修仙的？之无灵证道第26季) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the Eastern fantasy (xianxia) genre. The story follows Han Fan, a lowly handyman at the琉璃 Sword Sect who has no spiritual root and no background. In a world where spiritual roots determine everything, he is treated as worthless. But after discovering a rusty broken sword named Fu Xian while gathering bamboo, his fate begins to change. This 88-episode season explores themes of perseverance, hidden destiny, and the classic underdog journey. It suits viewers who enjoy cultivation stories with a focus on character growth and Eastern mythological elements.

Following the Blizzard Season 2 (凛冬跟随囤货第二季) is a 130-episode Chinese short drama in the sci-fi apocalyptic genre. Set in a world ravaged by extreme cold, toxic fog, and zombie hordes, it follows seafood shop owner Jiang Qingyue and her powerful ally Long Jiuxing as they fight to survive. They build a zombie farm, tame a zombie king, and use system rewards to level up. The drama blends survival, action, and dark humor, appealing to fans of vertical dramas and apocalyptic stories. This guide explains the cultural context, key plot points, and what to expect from the series.

末哥超凡公路第六季 (Mo Ge Chao Fan Gong Lu Sixth Season) is a Chinese vertical short drama in the sci-fi apocalyptic genre. The story follows Captain Chen Ye and the Fair Convoy as they fight to survive a mysterious apocalypse, capture a city, and build a refuge for humanity. But when peace returns, human greed and power struggles threaten to tear the community apart. With 215 episodes, this completed series blends survival action with social commentary, making it a compelling watch for fans of post-apocalyptic storytelling and Chinese short-form dramas.

Tag God Season 2 (标签造神第二季) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama with 150 episodes, blending urban fantasy, supernatural powers, and apocalyptic action. The story follows Gu Qing, who suddenly sees labels above people’s heads. Touching a celebrity label makes him famous, while touching a corpse label brings death. As his power awakens, spiritual energy returns to Earth and monsters invade, plunging the world into chaos. This guide explains the premise, cultural context, and what viewers should know about this popular short-drama format.

精通婴语满朝权贵求我带娃 (roughly ‘Mastering Baby Language: All the Court Nobles Beg Me to Watch Their Kids’) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in 116 episodes. It follows Song Yubai, a poor young woman in the capital who can understand what babies are thinking and feeling. She uses this unusual gift to start a childcare career, calming difficult noble children and solving problems that experienced nannies cannot. The series blends comedy, warm family moments, and a rags-to-respect arc, making it a good pick for fans of light historical short dramas with a supernatural twist.

Wang Fu Xiao Zu Zong (王府小祖宗，捡啥啥是宝) is a completed Chinese short drama in the ancient style (古风) genre, totaling 120 episodes. The story follows Cheng Ru’an, the Princess of Ning, who after a series of misfortunes at the prince’s mansion, seeks guidance at her ancestral tomb. She is led to a teahouse where she meets Tuan Tuan, a clever and kind orphan girl with a knack for finding ‘treasures’ in unlikely places. Adopted into the mansion, Tuan Tuan brings laughter, solves mysteries, and becomes the family’s beloved ‘little ancestor.’ This heartwarming family drama suits viewers who enjoy light-hearted, character-driven stories about found family and good fortune.