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By the 22nd century, time travel technology has been developed, leading to the creation of a specialized team within the Space-Time Police Organization known as the "Weckers". This team of six experts is sent back to the year 2002 to address the frequent incidents of history-altering space-time crimes that they are tasked with preventing.

Han Ruo Fei comes into possession of a polaroid camera that allows him to travel back in time to a decade ago for brief intervals. He embarks on a mission to bring back his deceased famous wife and uncover the orchestrator of the scheme that targeted him a decade earlier.

A fierce corporate battle revolving around Huading Group becomes increasingly intricate. Han Shao assumes the role of chairman and halts trading of the company's stocks to thwart Wang Rui's schemes. In response, Wang Rui enlists the help of the enigmatic K to gather intel on Han Shao and his allies. Han Shao teams up with Ji Xiao to defend their position. Launching a new company named Wei Mei, Han Shao faces resistance from his arrogant business partner Tang De, who challenges him publicly due to Su Ye. Meanwhile, the efficacy of the lipstick diminishes from excessive use. Su Ye continues to traverse various dimensions for the greater good.

At the workplace, Jia Xiaodie is known for her playful nature. However, her life takes a turn when she is dismissed from her job and stumbles upon a mystical camera. With a simple click of the shutter, she is whisked away to various points in time - her high school years, a different career path, and even her parents' younger days. Through these journeys, she gains a deeper insight into life and is inspired to shape her own destiny moving forward.

In what is known today as Nagoya City, Aichi, Japan, a man was born who transformed his fate from a farmer to a global icon. Toyotomi Hideyoshi, renowned as one of Japan's most accomplished individuals, has made a comeback in our era. Throughout his remarkable life, he encountered numerous obstacles and transformations.

Prior to her wedding to her fiancé, a young woman named Kim unexpectedly experienced a heart attack. She was transported to her father's hospital, yet her father, Dr. Kim, was unable to save her. Consequently, he decided to preserve her body through freezing until he could discover a method to bring her back to life. Twenty-five years later, in 2005, she is successfully revived. However, she has no recollection of her fiancé and instead finds herself falling in love with his son.

Zhao Xiao and Song Jin unexpectedly find themselves transported to present-day Taiwan

The guardian of time operates in secrecy to maintain the balance of time and space. Following the demise of Agent 007, the inexperienced salesman Shangguan Nao is chosen as the next time guardian, Agent 008. Despite lacking proper training, he is tasked with stopping the Nine-Headed Rat organization from influencing Ming painter Tang Bo Hu to create inappropriate artwork that could change history. Due to a mistake, Shangguan Nao finds himself in the Warring States period and must travel through various time periods before reaching the Ming dynasty. Along the way, he inadvertently alters historical events but is able to correct his mistakes with the help of time connector Xi Zi.

By the end of the Qing Dynasty, Zhong's yellow rice wine business had risen to prominence in the liquor industry. However, a century later, a fire destroyed the winery and the Zhong family had to pass it on to the Ji family through an arranged marriage between their descendants. To uncover the lost ancestral yellow wine recipe, Ji Shao Qi, the Ji family's sole grandson, became engaged to Zhong Jia Yao, the orphaned daughter of the Zhong family. During their engagement, Ji Shao Qi arrived late and Zhong Jia Yao fell asleep, experiencing a vivid dream where she switched souls with Zhong Yao, the renowned great-grandmother in the Zhong family's history. This twist of fate led to Zhong Jia Yao's modern journey of love and conflict. (Douban)

A tale that spans across ancient and contemporary eras

A pair of siblings journey to a previous time period

In her room, a connection between past and present is made evident. One evening, a historical prince suddenly materialized on her bed. Subsequently, she nurtured a powerful warlord from ancient times, supplying him with provisions during battles, aiding in his rise to power, and assisting in his conquests to bring peace to the land.

Chor Chi (Ron Ng) and his father, Chor Fan (Sunny Chan), support each other financially. Chi lands a job as a public relations officer at a tobacco company after graduating from university. He excels in his role and quickly climbs the corporate ladder, joining a group of young professionals. Chi relies on the tobacco industry for success, but Fan disapproves, feeling that his son is endorsing harmful behavior. Chi moves out to avoid conflict with his father, who later develops Alzheimer's disease. Chi returns home to care for Fan, who struggles with old-fashioned ways that amuse and annoy Chi. Chi encounters Cheng Kwan-min (Lo Chun Shun), a wealthy businessman, who offers him a lucrative job opportunity. However, a freak accident sends Chi back in time to the 1960s. In this unfamiliar era, Chi is taken in by a young Fan after being accidentally injured. He clashes with Ching Lan-fun (Shirley Yeung), the landlady's daughter, and realizes that his modern education is of little use in this new setting. With Fan's assistance, Chi secures a job at a department store and discovers that Cheng Kwan-min is the manager. As Chi learns to navigate this new world, Fan uncovers his son's true identity and allows Chi to take control of his love life. Touched by his father's sacrifice, Chi decides to change his ways and distance himself from the wealthy businessman. However, Cheng Kwan-min's sinister plans to acquire the landlady's property and evict the tenants prompt Chi to intervene. Despite his efforts to rectify the situation, Chi inadvertently returns to 2008...

Inadvertently transported four hundred years into the future to modern-day Foshan, three officials from the late-Ming Dynasty - Yuen Sung Woon, Joh Gwong Dau, and Lee Jun Chung - encounter Fong Wai Chi, who is on a quest to find a hidden master chef. Mistaking a female celebrity on TV for the missing crown princess Kwok Sin, Fong Wai Chi tricks them into believing she can arrange a meeting in Hong Kong. Eager to rescue the princess, the officials sign on as waiters and a chef at Fong Wai Chi's restaurant. Little do they know, Fong Wai Chi intends to capitalize on Lee Jun Chung's exceptional culinary abilities to revive the restaurant's ailing reputation. Operating under aliases, the trio helps transform the restaurant into a renowned establishment known for its attractive male staff, sparking a fierce competition among rival food businesses. With Yuen Sung Woon's assistance, Fong Wai Chi manages to navigate the financial battle and the two forge a unique bond. Meanwhile, Joh Gwong Dau delves into Kwok Sin's background and uncovers her true identity, as well as the destinies of all involved, in historical records. As the time approaches for their return to the Ming Dynasty, a difficult decision looms...

All appears to be usual until the Oriental Air 402 aircraft is engulfed by a strange energy and vanishes. After being believed to have crashed mysteriously with no survivors for a decade, the plane unexpectedly reemerges in 2006 without any apparent changes. Now, the passengers of flight 402 are faced with experiencing life as it is ten years after they initially boarded the aircraft.

Imagine having the ability to go back in time and change the course of events. "Retake" depicts a tale of individuals journeying from the future and a team assigned to monitor them closely. Aratani Shinji, who has suffered significant losses due to fate's unpredictable nature, leads a covert operation as the head of the Census Management Section at the Ministry of Justice. Tasked by the Parliamentary Secretary for Justice, he is responsible for identifying time travelers who have arrived from the future, relocating them to a designated residential area, and placing them on probation.

Akado Suzunosuke, a skilled swordsman from the Edo period, finds himself transported to the Reiwa era by chance. Can he overcome the demons, led by a silver-haired demon, in this new time period as well? And what challenges will he face as he navigates life in the contemporary era?

The narrative follows a woman from contemporary times who collaborates with a time enforcement officer from the future to apprehend unlawful time travelers. (DramaWiki)

Igarashi Raito, a long-time employee at the city hall, is feeling the pressure of maintaining stability in a risky society. However, his priorities are challenged when an old man claiming to be "Igarashi Raito from the future" appears before him. The old man's bold actions and values from 2054 force Yorito to confront aspects of life he has been neglecting, such as dreams, work, friendship, love, marriage, and family. As Yorito's relationship with his girlfriend Tsutsui Rin takes a turn, he must navigate the clash of values between the "future" of 2054 and the "present" of 2024 to survive in this turbulent life.

Chen Miao Ru, a magazine editor with a focus on finances, and Ren Xiao Guo, a content salary worker, tied the knot after dating for three years due to financial reasons. Miao Ru found herself in a tough spot with her house flipping investments, leading them to combine their finances to avoid a financial crisis. However, their married life was far from the peaceful dating period they once enjoyed, quickly leading them towards the brink of separation. Despite the difficulties, Xiao Guo was reluctant to consider divorce, yearning for a way to undo their decisions and start anew.

Yin Qin Rou is a modern-day woman who is transported back in time and unexpectedly encounters a prince. The prince, Xie Yan Qi, becomes suspicious of her background and decides to keep her under his watch. As Qin Rou's contemporary views and defiance towards authority start to influence him, Yan Qi gradually falls in love with her. Amidst this, there is unrest within the royal family as the second prince eliminates his older brother to claim the throne. Now, the only obstacle between him and the throne is Yan Qi, the third prince. Can Qin Rou protect him? And what if she is not the only one who has traveled through time...

After a car accident at the age of 36, Ling Ming Yu finds herself in her 22-year-old body with the opportunity to start her life anew. Unhappily married to Chen Yi in her previous life, she is determined not to repeat the same mistakes. However, things get complicated when she becomes entangled in a love triangle with Chen Yi and Qu Hao.

Sun Jin Qian, a migrant laborer, is in danger of being evicted due to his inability to pay rent

Liu Ritian, a resident known for selling movies and DVDs on the street, is recognized in the area as a dedicated kung fu enthusiast who trains diligently day and night, isolated in his own realm. By a stroke of luck, Liu Ri Tian's family heirloom manuscript ended up submerged in water, revealing fresh script. Following the instructions, Liu Ri Tian embarked on a journey back to the ancient world of martial arts. Overcoming various challenges, Liu Ri Tian eventually emerged as a legendary hero in the realm of martial arts.

The narrative follows a regular young man named Zhang Wang Hai, who stumbles upon a mysterious gadget known as the "Evolutionary System" that grants him the power to journey across time and space

The narrative follows Su Dong Po's unexpected journey to Dingzhou in 2024, where he immerses himself in the vibrant lifestyle of the modern era

Zuo Shi Qi is a bright and happy young lady. While exploring the attic of her home one day, she stumbles upon a cryptic family tree book that transports her back in time.

Zhu Hao Chen, a royal guard during the Ming Dynasty, unintentionally caused the death of his loved one in a past life. By a stroke of luck, he found himself in present-day society and saved a struggling actor named Su Xiao Xiao. This marked the beginning of his comical quest to adjust to the ways of modern life.

An Qi Yue, a carefree young girl, explores the complexities of love and fate. Due to her rebellious nature, she finds herself transported back a thousand years to an ancient era where her destiny takes an unexpected turn. (Youku)

Ye Kai, an immortal cultivator who arrived in the present day from eight centuries ago, embarked on a quest to find his natal magic weapon

Yu Yuan Yuan finds herself traveling back in time to ancient China after entering a painting

Zheng Wen Shi is famously known as a disloyal official who was unable to implement new changes and was eventually sentenced to death by the emperor. Despite this, he remained resolute in his beliefs and ideals, proving to be a faithful prime minister dedicated to his ruler and the people. Pursued by his enemies, he accidentally stumbles upon a time portal and is transported to the present day. Determined to return to his own time, Zheng Wen Shi, aided by Park Tong and Shi Tian Li, sets out to uncover the truth behind history piece by piece. As the secrets come to light, so does the romance between Zheng Wen Shi and Pu Tong. However, just as things seem to settle down, a new time traveler named Sheng Qiong Zhi from Nanyang emerges, offering a way to return to the past. This leaves Zheng Wen Shi torn between his love and loyalty to his country.

With a similar stylistic tone to the initial season, Closer to You 2 depicts Han Fei's journey as she travels back in time to her college years and reconnects with her boyfriend Wu Jing Hao, who should have been in a hospital bed. Despite the challenges they face, they strive to uncover the secrets of destiny. A decade earlier, Wu Jing Hao fell into a coma while saving Han Fei, who has been patiently awaiting his recovery. By a stroke of luck, 28-year-old Han Fei finds herself transported to her university's commencement ceremony. In this altered reality, Wu Jing Hao is not in the hospital as expected, but has instead lost some of his memories. With a mind filled with uncertainties, Han Fei reenters Wu Jing Hao's life to reignite their love story. Along the way, she comes to realize that fate cannot be evaded.

In 1991, Jiang Hua experienced a rebirth following a car accident. His wife, Su Zhi Rou, was heavily injured and in tears while holding their daughter, Qing Qing. Jiang Hua was overwhelmed with guilt as he remembered the mistreatment he had inflicted on his family. Upon waking up, he felt compelled to confess his wrongdoings to Su Zhi Rou. Around the same time, Sun Jian, the sales manager at Jiangzhou Textile Factory, arrived with someone to collect debts.

Following an accident, Lin Yun, the ghost emperor, suffered from amnesia and was saved by Su Yue in return for his life. Upon regaining consciousness, he found himself obligated to work as a courier to show his gratitude. Enduring years of mistreatment from the Su family, Lin Yun eventually recovered his memory through a triggering event. Discovering that Su Yue was in peril despite being alive, he made the decision to rescue her, even if it meant risking his own life.

As he approached the end of his college years, Ye Fan found the courage to reveal his feelings to Tao Tao, the person he had admired from afar for a long time. Tragically, Tao Tao passed away in a car accident, leaving Ye Fan heartbroken. While sorting through Tao Tao's possessions, Ye Fan stumbled upon her old cell phone, which unexpectedly allowed him to communicate with the past. Determined to save Tao Tao, Ye Fan made the bold decision to embark on a mission through time and space. (TencentVideo)

An online writer, feeling pressured to create sensational drama, finds herself transported into the world of her own story following severe criticism. In this new reality filled with controlling executives and cunning adversaries, she must rely on her intelligence to navigate and unexpectedly finds love amidst the challenges.

Mo An An, a regular girl, unexpectedly journeys back in time a millennium and encounters Xiao Chu, a prominent duke from the Chu state who holds significant sway in the royal court. Determined to alter Xiao Chu's destiny of falling victim to deceitful foes, Mo An An undergoes time travel thrice, immersing herself in a thousand years of tumultuous romance with Xiao Chu. (iQiyi)

Back in 1990, Wang Qiang, an underdog who had hit rock bottom, found himself without a job, rejected, and left by his wife. However, his life took a strange turn when he was suddenly transported to the year 2020, where he discovered he was the father of a wealthy local tycoon named Lu Si Ming. Taking advantage of his newfound wealth, Wang sought revenge and fortune, only to be sent back to his impoverished life in 1990. Armed with knowledge of the future, he is now determined to rebuild his life on his own terms.