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The Long Way Home 2025

Chi Xia, a novice detective, becomes part of the Dongzhou City task force to delve into the enigmatic demise of her adoptive parents. Partnering with team leader Luo Xun, she leverages her acute psychological perception alongside his astute observational abilities to solve a number of complex cases. Together, they reveal a formidable criminal syndicate and restore justice to Dongzhou City.

The narrative revolves around twin siblings, Guan Hong Feng and Guan Hong Yu, who find themselves entangled in a tragic family murder. They join forces with various parties to uncover the truth behind the 213 family massacre and triumph over the criminal organization lurking in the shadows.

After experiencing the killing of his father and the vanishing of his mother, Ning Zhen finds himself entangled in a dangerous puzzle once again when the mysterious symbol "Abyss" reemerges. With the past intersecting with the present, two different eras must reveal the reality to prevent a tragic recurrence.

During the initial period of the Republic of China, the skilled individual Qin Yang teamed up with the wealthy heiress Shen Rou who returned from overseas, as well as the peculiar Yuan Jing Jing. Their paths crossed with the detective He Hong Feng, leading to a series of puzzling cases being solved in the city. Together, they exposed the malicious plot of the Night Deity Society, safeguarding the tranquility of their community. (WeTV)

Zhan Peng's father served as a railway policeman and was posthumously recognized as a martyr for his selfless service many years prior. Inspired by this legacy, Zhan Peng always dreamed of following his father’s path and working at the same station where his father had served. However, upon his arrival in Xiaotong to start his duties, he quickly realized that the circumstances were much more intricate than he had anticipated. Initially, he felt distrustful towards Tu Hong Jiang, a seasoned police officer he met. Zhan Peng became cautious of Tu Hong Jiang's questionable behavior during the investigation of a drug trafficking case. Yet, as time went on, Tu Hong Jiang demonstrated his integrity through his actions. As they collaborated on various cases, Zhan Peng began to respect Tu Hong Jiang, and eventually, they united their efforts to capture the mastermind behind the criminal activities.

The plot revolves around forensic specialist Dai Yu, who refuses to remove his gloves, and detective Zheng Ming, who hesitates to use his gun. Together, they team up to combat crime and undergo personal growth along the way.

Yeong Ju, a trainee on the verge of debuting as an idol, is experiencing severe stalking and hurtful remarks. When Sun Ju, Yeong Ju's biggest fan, is assaulted by an unknown individual known as the Masked Man, the newcomer investigator, Do Yeon, takes it upon herself to investigate the incident. (Shortime)

Zhang Yan is a young aspiring writer who yearns to achieve fame as a novelist. Despite facing rejection from both major publishing companies and small online platforms, he remains dedicated to his literary pursuits. The only source of comfort in his difficult journey is his loyal girlfriend Yinxia. Zhang Yan constantly fears the day when Yinxia may decide to leave him. One day, he stumbles upon a gripping autobiographical suspense novel on a website, which he cannot find anywhere else online. Unable to resist the temptation, Zhang Yan claims the novel as his own and it unexpectedly becomes a success. However, his girlfriend Yinxia decides to end their relationship as she cannot support the success of a stolen work. With a taste of fame and fortune, Zhang Yan becomes consumed by ambition and no longer desires his previous life of poverty.

A creature resembling a serpent emerged and swiftly ensnared the elderly fisherman with its tongue before dragging him away. Shortly after, an 18-year-old named Xin Rui emerged, her body covered in slime and occasional scales visible on her face. High school student Fu Junhao noticed Xin Rui and brought her back to his home. Subsequently, individuals began disappearing on the island one by one. While searching for their missing friends, Xin Rui and Fu Junhao stumbled upon a hidden underground facility on the island. Inside the underground base, they encountered the snake-like creatures. Questions arose about Xin Rui's true identity and her connection to the monsters. As the truth unraveled, Fu Junhao, unknowingly, found himself caught in a catastrophic event.

The notorious criminal known as "Flying Eagle" made a sudden appearance in Linjiang City, employing clever tactics to evade capture by law enforcement agencies. Tasked with investigating the case was Lu Jiang, a young expert in criminal investigations. The Pan and Xu families, longstanding rivals in Linjiang, were involved in the conflict. Pan Yue Yang, Lu Jiang's uncle, had always hoped for Lu Jiang to marry his adopted daughter, Su Pan. As business and criminal activities intertwined, Lu Jiang found himself caught in the middle and forced to make a decision.

In her quest to reveal the circumstances surrounding her grandfather's demise, Wu Xiao Meng discreetly enters the competing Shenghua Group. There, she finds herself caught in a perilous web of deception alongside her first love, Sheng Yun Xiao. As buried memories begin to emerge, the pair collaborate to unearth a conspiracy that has remained hidden for fifteen years, seeking to deliver the justice that has been long overdue.

The cable car experienced a sudden loss of control as it approached its destination, causing it to slide down from a high altitude before coming to an abrupt stop while hanging in mid-air. The six passengers inside the car were thrown into a state of panic, unaware that the incident was orchestrated by the cable car driver, Hui Hui Zhou. Unbeknownst to them, Hui Hui Zhou's daughter had gone missing under mysterious circumstances. As the women held onto the clues found in her daughter's diary and continued their search without faltering, the passengers soon realized that each of them had some connection to the missing girl and were mentioned in her diary. Now, they must work together to piece together the full story of the girl's disappearance, all while questioning who among them is telling the truth and who is lying.

During a class reunion, Qin Su Yan becomes involved in a dangerous competition with strict rules and genuine peril, leading to increasing suspicion among the participants, especially with the mastermind lurking among them. While some succumb to fear and aggression, Qin Su Yan remains true to her empathy. As she uncovers a link to a long-forgotten case, she must weigh the value of exposing the truth against the potential consequences. (TMDb) Inspired by the game "LangRen Sha: Shei Shi Xia Yi Ge" ( : ), developed by Chang Zeng Mi Hu Che ( ) and released on the Shanyi ( ) platform.

During a decline in the film industry, Yiping Film Company introduced a groundbreaking reality show titled "Exploring the Live Cave". Renowned actor Li Kai Xuan and several regular individuals participated in the show, only to encounter a series of eerie and unsettling events. They found themselves ensnared in a mysterious individual's trap, leading them to face challenges that tested their humanity. As they navigated through these trials, a horrifying truth gradually came to light. (WeTV)

During the Southern Song Dynasty, judicial officer Song Ci forms an unexpected partnership with theater performers Zhao Zhi Ting, Wang Ling, and dancer He Wen Ning. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the quartet collaborates to solve four complex murder cases by employing sharp investigative techniques and forensic expertise. Their collective efforts result in bringing justice to the deceased and upholding fairness for the living, with each case further solidifying their unity and commitment to uncovering the truth.

This recounts the series of frequent terrorist incidents that occurred in Baihe Town, a town that heavily relied on water transportation during the Republic of China. These incidents included the theft of zodiac hearts, the discovery of human flesh buns, the framing of an innocent person as the real murderer, the assassination of the county magistrate, and the murder of Li Zheng Jiu's fiancé. Li Zheng Jiu, also known as "Uncle Jiu," had a talent for uncovering unusual occurrences within the community. After his brother's mysterious death a year prior, Uncle Jiu suspected a connection to the terrorist activities in Baihe Town.

Situated in a different reality, the narrative centers on a puzzling murder investigation—the killing of a drug enforcement officer. Filled with relentless suspense, the series examines the battle between righteousness and malevolence. In addition to the adrenaline of uncovering each hint, it also investigates the intricacies of human behavior as startling revelations emerge over time.

A decade-old case had a significant impact on the lives of multiple individuals. After ten years, these people were unexpectedly brought together by fate and joined forces to unravel the mystery. The incident involved a woman falling to her death from a building. Xiao Yi, who was on duty at the time, soon realized there was a hidden secret behind the case, possibly connected to Captain Lu Guo Xun. As Xiao Yi and the team tackled various new cases, they transitioned from being strangers to becoming a cohesive unit. Along the way, Xiao Yi caught the eye of Bai Zhe, the victim's son from the unsolved case previously investigated by Lu Guo Xun. Xiao Yi discovered Bai Zhe was conducting his own investigation, using extreme methods that Xiao Yi tried to discourage. Despite this, Bai Zhe remained resolute in seeking his version of justice. Eventually, Xiao Yi unraveled the decade-old case, bringing all involved parties to account. However, their victory was short-lived as they uncovered another unexpected individual pulling the strings from behind the scenes.

In his quest to locate his vanished sister, officer Han Chuan adopts the persona of the infamous conman Brother Thirteen and immerses himself in a deceptive island rife with scams, revealing a tangled network of treachery, avarice, and concealed offenses.

Centered on safeguarding the rights of minors, this series follows the establishment of a special juvenile prosecution unit. Prosecutor Lin Zhi Tao and his assistant prosecutor Bai En Yu work together to combat the darkness within society for the well-being of children. Beginning with intrigue and concluding with redemption, the story unravels mysteries and brings peace, allowing nature to take its course. (WeTV)

One year after Qin Hong escaped from a homicide investigation, her body is discovered to be absent from the ocean. Despite having strong evidence and a confession, the case seems to be resolved, yet Detective Liu Wang is troubled by the absence of the body and questions whether Qin Hong is really deceased, sensing that there may be additional layers to the narrative.

Dong, a hopeful actor who is presented with a rare chance for stardom, wakes up next to a deceased woman named Meng. With no recollection of the previous night, Dong is determined to overcome this obstacle. He cleans the area and stages it to look like a failed robbery, inadvertently leaving behind evidence. As the police investigate the crime scene, it becomes clear that all the tenants in the building are harboring secrets. Identifying the cause of Meng's death proves challenging, as each person appears to have a possible motive for the murder.

Following the disappearance of both Zhang Yan and the enigmatic man, Zheng Xiong chooses to lay low for a year, pretending to be mentally unstable while conducting a covert investigation for clues. Eventually, Zheng Xiong uncovers the true identity of the mysterious man, confirming Zhang Yan's earlier prediction that he is Liu Yang, also known as Yellow Scorpion. Slowly but surely, Zheng Xiong draws Liu Yang into a strategic game of chess that he has orchestrated. Under the intense pressure of Zheng Xiong's psychological tactics, Liu Yang eventually confesses to his actions over the past decade and the heavy toll it has taken on him. One heartbreaking revelation is that Liu Yang's own daughter, Liu Sirui, has been battling a mental illness. As a father, this is an unbearable agony for Liu Yang to endure. Zheng Xiong comes to understand that Liu Yang's story is more complex than it seems, with a mysterious organization looming in the background.

Yao Yi ventured into the foggy Huangling Village in search of her long-lost parents. Along the way, her companions mysteriously vanished, leading to an unsuccessful search. Upon returning to Huangling, she discovered a larger population in the village, all seemingly connected to a peculiar incident.

During the initial phase of liberation, criminal activities by bandits and Kuomintang spies were widespread in East China. To effectively counter these reactionary forces, the Social Affairs Department of the East China Bureau mobilized skilled units and formed a specialized task force to probe significant cases in Jiangcheng, East China.

The story revolves around a former movie star from old Shanghai who becomes entangled in a complex murder investigation. To prove her innocence, she teams up with her personal female assistant to uncover the truth. The drama centers on the dynamic between the two women, who have contrasting personalities and backgrounds. Hu Xiaodie, a former commercial star, joins forces with Hua Xiaoqing, a young woman who has recently returned from overseas to find her family in ruins. Together, they delve into the world of investigation and deduction to clear their names and eventually become formidable opponents of crime, with the support of the Central Police Station.

A series of puzzling emergencies are unfolding in the city of Chang'an, including viral outbreaks resembling zombies, eerie underground caverns, and ancient treasures rumored to touch the sky. Ma Long and the Taiping group are safeguarding Chang'an against these threats, grappling with different adversaries and facing uncertain circumstances. As they navigate this strange journey, they encounter more enigmas awaiting unraveling... (TencentVideo)

Detective Sun's investigation into a series of homicides connected to the shooting of his father reveals hidden secrets held by his partner Chu and a scheme orchestrated by Chief Gao to expose long-concealed truths. (TMDb)

Chen Bing Bing, Ai Mei Li, and Lin Yue Chu are three homemakers who find their mundane marriages unfulfilling. They stumble upon an enigmatic store that also serves as a detective agency, prompting them to transform into amateur detectives while balancing their family responsibilities.

Luo Wei Qi and Meng Ying Chao, her husband, have been married for seven years but are currently experiencing a challenging phase in their relationship

Diverging from the typical law enforcement storyline, a Chinese television series showcases a group of investigators who are willing to make significant sacrifices in order to combat the circulation of fake currency. When a new type of undetectable counterfeit bills emerges, police captain Qi Tian takes charge of the investigation with the help of his colleagues Xiang Bei and Wei Xian Yu. Caught in the midst of the operation is Xiang Bei's brother-in-law Tang Song, who succumbs to the allure of quick riches and becomes involved in the production of fake money. As it becomes evident that there are multiple sources of counterfeit currency, a specialized task force is assembled to apprehend all those responsible.

During a mission, Wu Dong, an officer from the Criminal Investigation Department, happened to apprehend the main culprit of a major drug syndicate

To achieve his goal, Xiao Bao faces a challenging task as he uses his wit to navigate through a plot centered on a group of fraudsters engaged in selling fake medications and engaging in illicit behaviors. (DramaWiki)

While they may clash occasionally, forensic specialist Yang Ming and trace analyst Yao Jia Jian combine their keen intuition and specialized knowledge to solve a range of intricate cases, establishing themselves as an unyielding duo in their quest for the truth. (TMDb)

Detective Chen Fei is looking into a string of different crimes that appear to have no connection, but as he delves deeper, he discovers the secrets of the enigmatic "Rubik's Cube Game." While putting together the pieces of the puzzle, he is determined to expose the person pulling the strings and bring closure to a child trafficking case that has remained unsolved for ten years.

In Hong Kong, Senior Inspector Wai Jing Sheng and ICAC Senior Investigation Director Ho Wai Lin join forces to uncover corruption among prominent members of society. Despite not being close allies, they must work together using their intellect to uncover the truth before time runs out. As the situation escalates, Jing Sheng finds himself falsely accused of a crime and must evade killers who are pursuing him.

During the 1980s, Du Xiang Dong, the top student at the police academy, was reluctantly placed in charge of a detention center. Following the escape of two suspects, one perished while the other managed to flee. Tormented by guilt, Du Xiang Dong hastily resigned from his position. Over the next two decades, he engaged in a battle of wits with the escaped suspect, Xu Wen Geng, each leading their own distinct lives and navigating the changing times through a strategic showdown.

In Haizhou, there have been numerous severe cases where suspects have been apprehended by Liu Mei, who serves as the general manager of Haizhou Building under Haizhou Pharmaceutical Group. Wang Jing Wen, an expert in public security aesthetics, joined the group company as a representative for Hong Kong investors to assist in the investigation. Dr. Guo Xiao Peng, the successful and well-known president of the group, quickly met with Wang Jing Wen, sparking a reaction from his longtime lover Liu Mei who had harbored hostility towards him.

Gu Shi Yu spent six years of her youth raising her daughter and maintaining her relationship, but was never able to marry her partner and the father of her child. The abuse from her mother-in-law and suspicions of infidelity from her boyfriend left her feeling distant and anxious. After a car accident resulted in her losing her memory, Gu Shi Yu struggled to piece together her past while haunted by nightmares. A chance encounter with a man offers her hope for a better future and the truth she seeks, but can she truly trust him?

In the midst of a mahjong match, a struggling writer recounts the tale of a murdered young woman, only to discover it mirrors the real-life tragedy of a news anchor's suicide. As the game unfolds, hidden secrets and accusations come to light among the players.