The film and television drama market in 2023 has produced highly popular and highly praised works such as "Hurry", "The Long Season" and "Flowers". What good dramas are worth paying attention to in 2024? Which drama will become a "hit"? Recently, major video platforms and TV stations have successively announced the list of dramas to be broadcast in 2024. Hundreds of works that have been approved, formed, or completed are ready to be released!
At the beginning of the new year, a reporter from the Yangcheng Evening News compiled this "2024 TV Series Watching Guide" and wishes everyone to watch more good dramas in the new year!
Realistic Issues Category
"Girls' School in the Mountains"
The play is adapted from the deeds of Zhang Guimei, the principal of Huaping Girls' High School in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province. It shows Zhang Guimei's journey to overcome the difficulties of running a school and eventually became the "light of hope" for the girls in the mountains. story. The play is created by the team behind "Brilliant Stars and the Moon" - producer Li Xing and director Fei Zhenxiang. Song Jia stars as Principal Zhang Guimei, Lan Xiya, Du Lan, He Shiyu, Yang Yanjia star, Nie Yuan makes a special appearance, Zhang Yue, Zhai Zilu, Huang Miyi, Cao Xiwen, Zhang Tianyang, Jiang Chao make special appearances.
"The Making of Hard Things"
The drama is produced by Noon Sunshine and adapted from Anai's novel of the same name. Hou Hongliang serves as the chief producer, starring Zhang Xincheng and Song Zuer, and is joined by actors such as Wang Yanlin, Ren Chengwei, and Gao Lu. The play is based on the background of the times from 1998 to 2008. It tells the story of the protagonist who persists in technological entrepreneurship in an era when private enterprises are facing difficulties. It is worth mentioning that the audience may see a dream linkage between the drama and "Dajiang Dahe". "Song Yunhui" Wang Kai and "Liang Sishen" Yang Caiyu will appear in the new drama.
"Dajiang Dahe 3"
The play is the third season of the "Dajiang Dahe" series, also known as "Dajiang Dahe: Time Cantabile". Kong Sheng is the chief director, Sun Molong and Liu Hongyuan direct, Wang Kai, Yang Shuo, Dong Zijian and Yang Caiyu lead the starring roles, and are joined by Huang Jue, Fang Fangbin, Liu Dan, Liang Chao, Liu Tong and Zuo Lingfeng. Following the tide of market economy and state-owned enterprise reform, the stories of Song Yunhui, Lei Dongbao, Yang Xun, Liang Sishen and others continue. They have experienced ups and downs along the way, and have experienced changes. What remains unchanged is the hard work and hard work of the dream chasers.
"The Story of Rose"
The play is adapted from Yi Shu's novel "The Story of Rose", directed by Wang Jun and written by Li Xiao. It tells the epic story of Huang Yimei's twenty years of keeping pace with the times. She experienced her first entry into the workplace, further studies, Marriage, divorce, hard work in starting a business, separation and death, despite the difficulties in the world, we will continue to work hard to live a more exciting version of ourselves. The play stars Liu Yifei, Tong Dawei, Lin Gengxin, Wan Qian, Lin Yi, Peng Guanying, Zhu Zhu and others.
"Small Station Police"
The drama stars Guo Jingfei, Chen Shu, Li Haofei, Sun Yizhou, Aruna, Lin Yongjian, Liu Peiqi, etc. It tells the story of Chang Sheng, the station police officer played by Guo Jingfei, who faces the dual crisis of career and life. Choose to work in a remote station. When he first arrived, he was tortured by the unfamiliar environment. Fortunately, with the help of rural teacher Wang Dongyu, he was able to take root. While maintaining public order, he helped the villagers get rid of poverty, and finally solved a hidden case. The play adopts a light comedy style, focusing on the trivial life of police officers and civilians, and portraying the image of a stationed police officer who does not compromise, show off, or admit defeat.
"South to North"
The drama is directed by Zheng Xiaolong and Liu Zhangmu. It tells the story of the mentoring and apprenticeship of Ma Kui (played by Ding Yongdai), an old detective who has returned from his hometown for ten years, and Wang Xin (played by Bai Jingting), a young and energetic new police officer. The duo, from being dissatisfied with each other to sympathetic to each other, work together to fight against gangsters, fight against trafficking, fight against drugs, patrol lines, and crack down on theft and fraud. They put the safety of passengers first and selflessly guard the security of trains traveling from north to south. The series stars Bai Jingting, Jin Chen, Ding Yongdai, Zuo Xiaoqing, Liu Jun, Jiang Yan, Liu Guanlin, Hu Ke, Ni Dahong, Li Naiwen, Yang Kun, Wang Jinsong, Fang Fangbin, Wu Yue, Ning Li, Li Qinqin, Wang Xun, Yang Haoyu and other well-known actors. actor.
"The Days of a Detective"
The drama is directed by Gao Qunshu and Xiao Yifan, starring Ou Hao, Zhang Jianing, He Bing, and Wang Jiajia. It tells the story of young Liu Ziming (played by Ou Hao) who is passionate about fighting crime and realizing his dream of being a police officer. He came to work in a criminal investigation detachment of the Municipal Public Security Bureau, but the trivial and boring investigation work made him feel boring. Under the guidance of his master Wei Ge (played by He Bing), he gradually corrected his attitude and participated in solving cases together with his team members.
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Every year, there is no shortage of realism-themed dramas that focus on the emotions of small people: "Little Days" is directed by An Jian, focusing on the topic of marriage trials and growth. Chen Xiao and Tong Yao team up to play husband and wife for the first time, telling the gains and losses of small lives in contemporary families. story; "Old Guy" reorganizes the "Iron Triangle" of Zhang Guoli, Wang Gang, and Zhang Tielin, telling the story of three old friends who founded a retirement community after retirement; "Good Reunion" starring Bai Baihe, Wang Yuwen, and Li Chun focuses on the three sisters of the Xiang family In daily life, topics such as husband's cheating, mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship, parent-child education and other topics may resonate with the audience...
It is worth mentioning that relying on the principles of realism creation, two science fiction dramas adapted from Liu Cixin's novels are also anticipated by many netizens : One is "Ball Lightning" produced by Chen Sicheng, directed by Dai Mo, starring Tong Yao, Wang Anyu, Yang Lixin, Zhou Yiwei, Yang Jue, Feng Wenjuan, etc.; the other is "Sea of Dreams" directed by Tian Li, starring Huang Jingyu, Wang Zixuan, Liu Chang .
Urban romance
"Cheng Huan Ji"
The drama is adapted from Yi Shu's novel of the same name, starring Yang Zi and Xu Kai. It tells the story of the emotional entanglement between Mai Chenghuan, a post-95 girl who was born in an ordinary family in Shanghai, and her boyfriend Xin Jialiang, as well as their relationship with their mother's domination. A story of hard work and growth under care. By showing the differences in intergenerational concepts, the story conveys family warmth and focuses on the reshaping and integration of contemporary new parent-child relationships.
"In Blizzard Time"
The drama is adapted from Mo Bao Feibao's novel of the same name, starring Wu Lei and Zhao Jinmai. It tells the story of the genius professional snooker player Lin Yiyang and the popular nine-ball player Yin Guo who met in a ten-year game. On a rare blizzard night, the two kept intersecting because of their love for sports, and their lives gradually changed. In the end, the two reached the peak of their careers together, contributed to the professional billiards industry, and worked together with coaches and teammates to promote the development of the billiards project. Last year, Wu Lei made many viewers feel the charm of a "sportsman" with "Just Love". This time, he played an athlete again, which aroused a lot of expectations.
"You are more beautiful than the stars"
The drama is a workplace romance drama starring Xu Kai and Tan Songyun. It tells the love story of the stubborn entrepreneur Ji Xing who meets the shady investor Han Ting. Xu Kai's "The Twenty-eighth Law of Love" and Tan Songyun's "Call Me Director" have both made the audience feel their "professional sense" and raised the audience's expectations for the show.
"Our Translator"
The drama stars Song Qian and Chen Xingxu. It tells the story of Lin Xi who broke up with Xiao Yi eight years ago in order to fulfill her mother's unfinished career dream and become a professional translator for the United Nations. Eight years later, the two met again at work. On the surface, Xiao Yicheng was seeking revenge on Lin Xi, but in fact he showed mercy to her. In the end, the two untied their knots and realized their career ideals.
"Spring Love"
The drama is a healing idol drama starring Li Xian and Zhou Yutong. It tells the story of Zhuang Jie, who was disabled due to a car accident when she was young, and ended her working life in the city. After returning to her hometown, she fell in love with Chen Maidong, a plastic surgeon. In the play, Chen Maidong, played by Li Xian, uses the gentlest technique to give the deceased the final dignity. Although this job does not see the sun, it contains respect and love. As the plot develops, the two protagonists will heal each other while getting along.
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Small but beautiful urban romance dramas have always been the "main dish" of major platforms: "Love Has Fireworks" starring Tan Jianci and Wang Churan tells the story of investment banker Li Yifei who lives as a tenant in the house of investment banker Qian Fei. Start a romantic and joyful shared life; "Please Fall in Love with Me Like This" starring Hu Yitian and Liang Jie tells the story of the self-disciplined and diligent magazine editor-in-chief Ye Han, who accidentally helps the clumsy and cute physical education teacher Li Xiaoxiao resolve the embarrassment, and the relationship between the two gradually Heating each other and healing each other's souls; "You Too Have Today" starring Chen Xingxu and Zhang Ruonan tells the story of Qian Heng, the founder of Jun Heng Law Firm, and Cheng Yao, a rookie lawyer from Lotte, who accidentally changed from workplace partners to roommates, and influenced each other in their work and life concepts. , a story of common growth.
In addition, "Your Lies Are Beautiful" starring Chen Xingxu and Zhang Yuxi, "Lost Laughter" starring Lin Yi and Shen Yue, "Don't Be Tempted by Me" starring Lin Yi and Zhou Ye, and "The Farthest One" starring Zhong Chuxi and Zhang Yunlong "Distance", "Young Babylon" starring Yang Caiyu, Hou Minghao, Xiang Hanzhi, Fei Qiming and other dramas are also on the schedule of major platforms.
Suspense criminal investigation
"Above Dark Clouds"
The drama stars Sun Li, Luo Jin, Ding Guansen, Li Xiaoran, etc. It revolves around the perspective of the female detective Han Qing played by Sun Li, telling the story of her going through the fog to attack crime. This is also the first time that Sun Li plays a female detective after 20 years in "Jade Guanyin".
"Into the Wild"
Last year, the hit movie "All or Nothing" made "telecom fraud" a hot film and television theme. Now, "In the Wild" starring Luo Jin, Xiao Yang, and Zhang Huiwen focuses on telecommunications fraud and tells the story "Buddhist detective" Xiao Kuang was transferred to be responsible for anti-telecom fraud, and led his colleagues in the anti-fraud center to detect a series of "college students defrauded to death", "fake spot platforms", "guessing red envelopes" and "overseas online video baccarat". A new type of telecommunications fraud case, the story of how the fraud leader was finally brought to justice.
"Black Soil Silence"
The drama stars Chen Jianbin, Hu Jun, and Deng Jiajia. It revolves around a vicious criminal case in Lanhe, Northeast China. Three people died suddenly, but the causes of death were different. The police searched for the truth. In the tide of the times, the play focuses on all living beings in society, pays attention to the changes in the fate of the characters, and integrates strong Northeastern scenery and human feelings. It uses "slow reasoning" to advance the narrative and bring a sense of immersion and participation to the audience.
"Hunting Ice"
"Hunting Ice" is directed by Gao Qunshu and Wan Peng, starring Zhang Songwen and Yao Anna. It is known as the "new version of "Breaking Bad"": In the quiet coastal town of Sanping City, the anti-drug brigade was involved in a During the operation, a batch of new methamphetamine was accidentally seized. Its scale and purity were extremely rare. Sanping Public Security Bureau immediately launched an investigation. Zhao Younan, a female police officer who was demobilized from the army, targeted Huang Zongwei, who was engaged in chemical business. After that, the public security team headed by Zhao Younan and the drug manufacturers and traffickers headed by Huang Zongwei, one was relentless in pursuit and the other was cunning and good at hiding, and staged a "cat-and-mouse war."
"The Wind Leaves Traces"
"The Wind Leaves Traces" is adapted from Jiu Dishui's work "Corpse Investigation Department", starring Gong Jun, Jiang Wu and Sun Yi. It tells the story of the Criminal Technology Section of the Yunxi City Public Security Bureau, a local mystery. Where cases gather, the investigation team within the department is a young, professional elite team, each with unique skills. Adhering to the purpose of "cracking the code of death and protecting the dignity of life", they repeatedly solved strange cases and solved one incredible case after another.
"Bianshui Past"
The drama is produced by Cao Baoping and directed by Shuan, starring Wu Zhenyu, Guo Qilin, Wang Xun and others. It tells the story of Shen Xing, a migrant worker who accidentally ends up in Sansangpo, a small border town where people and people are mixed, and wanders among various forces. A story about the struggle between human nature and destiny between Ziru's "peacemaker" Uncle Guai.
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There are many other suspenseful criminal investigation dramas starring well-known actors: "Super Sense Maze" starring Duan Yihong and Dou Xiao tells the story of police academy professor Xu Jingzhi who met his late brother when he returned to the front line to investigate a bizarre case. He meets his old friend Zhuang Mingcheng and uses him to destroy a criminal gang and solve an old case. "Sandstorm" stars Duan Yihong, Wang Qiang, Zhang Jianing, and Zhang Yao. It is based on a murder case. It tells the story of two criminal police officers, an old one and a new one, who restarted the investigation of the murder case, overcame all difficulties and were not afraid of sacrifice, and finally cleared away the haze and captured Real murderer.
In addition, "Snow Maze" is produced by Zhang Yimou and directed by Lu Xing, "The Imperative" is directed by Lu Xing and adapted from "House of Flying Daggers", and "The Hunting Guide" created by the original cast such as Jin Shijia and Tan Jianci 2" as well as suspense works such as "Rebirth", "Close at Hand", "The Non-Existent Murderer", "Hidden Things" and "Undercurrent" have also attracted much attention.
Ancient background category
"Jin Yong's Martial Arts World"
Familiar stories, different expressions! The series aims to recreate Jin Ming's martial arts world with a new aesthetic. It is directed by five well-known directors in five units: Xu Bing directed "Ashes of Time", Deng Ke directed "Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar", and Cao Dun directed "Huashan Sword", "Nine Yin Manual" directed by Cai Yuexun, and "Iron Blood" directed by Yang Lei. In terms of actors, Zhou Yiwei plays Huang Yaoshi, Gao Weiguang plays Ouyang Feng, Ming Dao plays Hong Qigong, and Yu Jinwei plays Wang Chongyang. Ji Sha, who became famous with "Fengshen Part 1" last year, plays Guo Jing. Bao Shangen, who is familiar to the audience, plays Huang Rong. The play also attracted actors such as Chen Duling, Peter Ho, Meng Ziyi, and Wang Hongyi to join the cast.
The animated version of "Fox Demon Little Matchmaker" series
"Fox Demon Little Matchmaker" tells a series of interesting and mysterious stories about a fox demon who is a matchmaker as a professional matchmaker and plays host to the lover in her previous life. The live-action series is divided into three parts: "Moon Red" starring Yang Mi and Gong Jun, "Bamboo Industry" starring Liu Shishi and Zhang Yunlong, and "King Power" starring Cheng Yi and Li Yitong. For example, "Moon Red Chapter" tells the story of Tu Shan Honghong, the righteous leader of the Tushan Fox clan, and Dongfang Yue, a descendant of the Dongfang family, who met and gradually fell in love with each other.
"Fairy Sword" series
"Fairy Sword" series will be restarted in 2024. "Sword and Fairy" is adapted from the well-known game IP "Legend of Sword and Fairy 1". It has both the unrestrained heroism of sword fighting and the lingering tenderness of chivalry. It is reported that the new version of "Sword of Immortality" is a touching and passionate group portrait story with a pyrotechnic atmosphere. "Sword and Sword Six - Qi Jin Zhao" tells the story of Yue Jin Chao and Yue Qi teaming up with their comrades to fight for justice. During the journey, the two have a love story that is sweet and sad, and they are bound to each other. The play stars Xu Kai and Yu Shuxin. Xu Kai plays two roles, which arouses expectations.
"The Code of Along the River During the Qingming Festival"
The play is adapted from Ye Wenbiao's novel of the same name. It tells the story of Zhao Buyu's family who lived in Queer Lane in Bianliang City during the Xuanhe period of the Northern Song Dynasty and repeatedly solved strange cases and protected the people of Bianliang. In terms of cast, the play is starring Zhang Songwen and Bai Baihe. In terms of supporting roles, there are also actors such as Zhou Yiwei, Hou Yansong, Zhang Yao, Xia Meng, Lin Jiachuan, Li Naiwen, Hai Yitian, Zhang Xinyu and other actors.
"The Case of Di Gong of the Tang Dynasty"
The play is adapted from the novel of the same name by the Dutch writer Gao Ruopei, with Di Renjie as the main character. It tells the story of Di Renjie (played by Zhou Yiwei), who wanted to make a difference during the period of Wu Zetian, and traveled throughout the territory of the Tang Dynasty. His legendary experience in judging cases for officials in various states, counties and Kyoto. The play is presented in the form of unit dramas, with each unit involving different cases. In terms of cast, the play stars Zhou Yiwei, Wang Likun, Zhong Chuxi, and Zhang Jiayi, with supporting roles including Zhang Ruoyun, Li Chen, Li Naiwen, Chen Duling and other well-known actors.
"Celebrating More Than Years 2"
After four years, "Celebrating More Than Years 2" will meet the audience. The play tells the story of Fan Xian, a young man with a mysterious life experience, who goes through various tests and tempers in his family, rivers and lakes, and temples, and writes a life legend.It is worth mentioning that compared to the first season, the cast of the second season has basically been retained. The leading actors such as Zhang Ruoyun, Li Qin, Chen Daoming, Wu Gang, Guo Qilin, Tian Yu, Li Xiaoran, Song Yi, Xin Zhilei, etc. will all appear. In addition, actors such as Yu Feihong, Mao Xiaotong, Jin Chen, and Fu Xinbo will join the cast.
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In 2022, "Tang Dynasty Strange Stories" starring Yang Zhigang and Yang Xuwen relied on stylized narrative to fill the suspenseful atmosphere of ancient costumes and captured a large number of drama fans. In 2024, "Tang Dynasty Strange Stories: Journey to the West" created by the original team can be said to be a hit before it was broadcast. Li Hongyi, Su Xiaotong, Yu Chengen, Wang Zixuan and others star in the costumed youth detective drama "Dawn of the Book of Heaven", which is also because the protagonist has previously starred in popular youth costumes such as "Young Song Xing", "Yu Ci Xiao Wu Zuo" and "The Chronicles of the Song Dynasty". The works have made many viewers optimistic about them creating another "miracle".
In addition, Zhao Liying and Lin Gengxin's second collaboration after "The Legend of Chu Qiao", "Walking with the Phoenix", "Dafeng Watcher" starring Wang Hedi and Tian Xiwei, and "Douluo" starring Zhou Yiran, Zhang Yuxi, Chen Muchi and Kong Xueer Mainland China 2", "Purple River" starring Yang Xuwen, Liu Yuning and Zhang Ming'en, "Mortal Cultivation of Immortality" starring Yang Yang, "Pearl Curtain" starring Zhao Lusi and Liu Yuning and other dramas have also attracted attention.
text | Gong Weifeng
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