Chinese Drama Life Genre refer to the drama about the particular activities which people regularly do during their lives.
Life Is Elsewhere
#1Romance, Life, DramaIn the era of new media, Jiang Zi is a girl who isn't particularly lucky but keeps running hard on her journey of self-improvement, hoping to be seen. Determined to become a self-media influencer, she resolutely quits her stable job in her hometown and comes to Beijing alone. She lands the opportunity to work with Ai Wei, her former idol. The two become both rivals and friends—appreciating...The Lead
#2LifeYears ago, when the county opera troupe was recruiting students, Hu Sanyuan, who worked as a drummer in the troupe, signed up his niece on his behalf. He changed her name to Yi Qing'e and brought her from her hometown to learn Qin opera. However, due to Hu Sanyuan, Yi Qing'e's path to learning Qin opera was filled with difficulties. But through her hard work and natural talent, she...Bloom Life
#3Life, YouthThe drama follows Xia Zi, a young girl working in Shanghai, who, after losing her job and facing a series of setbacks, decides to escape the rat race of the big city and return to her hometown, Ka Shi. Slowly, she finds her inner rhythm again amid the warmth of everyday life. As she rebuilds her world, she joins forces with two childhood friends to find themselves and restart their lives. ...Live Up to Your Youth
#4Youth, DramaIn Beijing during the 1990s, a small inn witnesses the tumultuous lives of young dreamers from all corners of China who flocked to the capital. Xu Shengli, obsessed with scriptwriting, faced constant rejections but never gave up; Zhuang Zhuang, a singer yearning for the grand stage, struggled to survive through commercial gigs; Shen Ranran, aspiring to land leading roles, navigated...My Destiny
#5BusinessFang Wanzhi, a woman born in the 1970s from "Shenxianding" in the southwestern mountainous region of Yuxian, faced emotional and family upheavals. At the age of 20, she dropped out of college and moved to Shenzhen. During her early working years, she met her close friends Li Juan and Hao Qianqian. Together, they faced challenges, and as Shenzhen developed, they progressed from working...Born to Be Alive
#6DramaIn the 1990s, Ma Zhi County on the Qinghai Plateau heavily relied on agriculture and animal husbandry. The surrounding uninhabited area, Bo La Mu La, was rich in mineral and wildlife resources, attracting numerous poachers and illegal miners who exploited and killed indiscriminately for profit. With the support of County Chief Lin Peisheng, Deputy County Chief Duo Jie established a...The Inner Eye
#7Life, DramaTang Yingying, an “undefeated lawyer,” and her boss Kang Jun. Through handling a series of cases that reflect the diverse facets of human life, they navigate and confront the complex interplay between Chinese-style “human relationships and legal principles.” Ultimately, they find growth and fulfillment in their personal journeys.Loving Strangers
#8Romance, Life, DramaZhou Yu'an, born into poverty and burdened with repaying her father's debts, crosses paths with Jiang Jiaqi, who is grappling with both family troubles and career setbacks. The two, who otherwise would have had no connection, are brought together by corporate intrigue within their company. The CEO, Gu Chen, loses a crucial new drug application opportunity due to Jiaqi's outspoken integrity....Forever Young
#9DramaMa Ding, the vice president of a listed company, suddenly learns he has a brain tumor. With no family of his own, he prepares to face death calmly, yet feels a lingering emotional bond from the past—he grew up with three sworn brothers in a Beijing alleyway. Just before high school graduation, an incident tore the four of them apart... Wanting to resolve old grievances and reclaim...Uncle
#10Drama, LifeSince childhood, Er Pang's greatest idol has been his uncle. Endowed with exceptional intelligence, his uncle excelled in everything he did and became a technical backbone at the factory after graduating from college. However, precisely because he was too clever, his uncle had an insatiable curiosity and desire to explore new things, often losing interest after just three minutes of...Back to the Origin
#11Romance, Life, DramaFormer financial anchor Zhang Ran, unwilling to settle for an ordinary life abroad, returned to China with her husband Fu Yudong after securing an offer from a domestic MCN company, aiming to become comedy "internet celebrities". Unexpectedly, her husband, a PhD-educated renovation worker, rose to fame first by riding the trend, becoming the "mascot CEO" of a startup. Thus began the...Wild for You
#12Romance, Drama, LifeOn Pei Ye’s 16th birthday, his mother and stepfather die in a tragic car accident. He is left under the care of Sang Wan, a woman who becomes his legal guardian. As Pei Ye grows up under Sang Wan’s care, he gradually falls in love with her. At 18, he confesses his feelings, but she rejects him and pushes him away to maintain boundaries. Six years later, Pei Ye has become...Tales of Wumeng
#13LifeMa Qinghao, Wu Ai'cao, and Gun Changpu, known as the "Three Grasses of Wumeng," have achieved remarkable success in developing planting, breeding, and cultural tourism integration, becoming leaders in the village's prosperity. Gun Yueliang, Long Fengbi, and other embroiderers have transformed their fingertip skills into a thriving economy, gaining fame as inheritors of the intangible...Those Days
#14Life, FamilyMingzhu, who had a happy family and sweet love, had just registered her marriage and was pregnant when her husband Jianqi passed away due to a heroic act. Amidst various opinions, Mingzhu made her own decision to keep the baby, only to encounter her biological parents who came to find her. Emerging from grief with newfound familial bonds, Mingzhu faced another blow when her father-in-law's...Dead End
#15Suspense, Thriller, CrimeIn the summer of 1994, in a northern hutong alley, a girl was found "suicided" in a well. However, various signs at the scene indicated it was an intentional homicide, and the nature of the crime was particularly heinous. After that, more girls were killed in the alleys one after another. Rumors of a "Hutong Killer" spread, casting a shadow of fear over every household. But in those...Fragrance of the Pomegranates
#16Life, RomanceThe plot centres on Ming Liang, an art academy graduate who takes over the struggling ‘Red Pomegranate’ restaurant to care for his gravely ill foster mother, A Yi Xia. He infuses his artistic talents into running the restaurant while helping staff navigate their personal struggles. After reuniting with wildlife rescuer Gu Li Na Er, they join forces to support their mother and manage...The Corner of the World Is Dinner
#17LifeLiang Nian'er, one of the three core chefs, lives by the conviction that "whatever the day may bring, it's always worthy of the most beautiful dinner." This is the Culinary Philosophy she infuses into every dish. Believing that a "sumptuous dinner" has become a cherished silver lining—a "little happiness"—in the post-pandemic world, she and her two sisters have made this the cornerstone...Footprints of Change
#18DramaIn a Western-style house located in Shanghai’s French Concession in the 20th century once lived the Lin family. In the early 1930s, after the family’s decline, the house was purchased by an opportunist and converted into a maternity hospital, where many stories unfolded. In the early 1950s, following the founding of New China, the house was repurposed as a factory workshop, bustling...This Thriving Land
#19DramaOn the day of her wedding, Ning Xiuxiu, the daughter of the richest man in Tianni Temple Village, was kidnapped by bandits. Her father, Ning Xuexiang, was unwilling to sell his land to ransom her, so he married her sister to her childhood sweetheart, Fei Wendian. Resolute in her decision, Xiuxiu severed ties with her father and married a peasant named Feng Dajiao. She learned to do...Her
#20DramaLiu Yan, a gifted young boxer whose career is ruined after she refuses to throw a match. Around the same time, she receives news of the death of her estranged mother, Jiang Fang, abroad. With mixed emotions—grief, unresolved resentment, and the prospect of inheriting an estate—Liu Yan travels overseas to settle her mother’s affairs, only to discover she’s been left with massive...A Better Life
#21Life, DramaHu Manli, a 39-year-old insurance professional who faces a sudden downfall at the peak of her career, falling victim to underhanded competition. Her career and marriage are both thrown into crisis, and to her shock, the culprit turns out to be Xue Xiaozhou, a 28-year-old once-wealthy heir who has just entered the insurance industry. After several confrontations, the two uncover the...Married
#22DramaPublic interest lawyer Ning Yue gradually realizes that her seemingly "attentive and caring" husband, Hu Cheng, has been subtly controlling her life all along. Beneath his flawless façade lie various overstepping behaviors that expose the harsh truth of their marriage. Enraged but awakened, Ning Yue decides to break free from the seemingly "perfect" marriage that has lasted five years....Later, I Laughed
#23Life, ComedyThe story revolves around Wu Xiuya, a modern "big corporation girl," whose connection to stand-up comedy traces back to her high school classmate Shi Ye. Years later, Wu Xiuya appears to have a stable career and an ambitious boyfriend, yet she feels deeply dissatisfied with her life. Everything she does follows a path meticulously arranged by others, forcing her to conform and live...Romance in the Alley
#24Life, Drama, RomanceIn the late 1970s, in a small alley within the residential area of Suzhou Cotton Mill, lived two families: the Zhuangs and the Lins. At this time, the national college entrance examination had just been reinstated. Zhuang Chaoying (played by Guo Xiaodong), a teacher, and his wife Huang Ling (played by Yan Ni) prioritized their children's college entrance exams as the family's top priority....Wind Direction
#25Romance, Life, FamilySeventeen-year-old Cheng Miaomiao and sixteen-year-old Cheng Yayao were born at the Lin Qi Oilfield Extraction Factory No. 1, where their family has worked for three generations. Their father, Cheng Pengfei, is an otolaryngologist, and their mother, Jia Daiyu, works in the vehicle fleet logistics. The family relocated from the northwest to the coastal base of He Ping Town. In the late...The Tale of Rose
#26LifeBorn into a scholarly family, Huang Yimei grew up with great care and displayed artistic talent from a young age. As she entered the workforce, Huang Yimei quickly gained recognition and became indispensable. She met and fell in love with her partner, Zhuang Guodong, but they ultimately missed their chance to be together. This professional experience gave her a clearer plan for her...Just in Time
#27Life, Drama, FamilyIn middle age, Xu Meng'an, who thought she had everything under control, finds her life suddenly spiraling out of control. She faces a wave of problems all at once: massive layoffs at her company, career advancement obstacles, her husband Li Lin's unemployment, her daughter's suspected early romance, and an unexpected second pregnancy, leaving her physically and mentally exhausted....To the Wonder
#28LifeLi Wenxiu, a Han Chinese girl born and raised in Altai, is determined to pursue her literary dreams in the big city. However, she faces numerous setbacks and is eventually forced to return to her hometown, where she relies on her mother, Zhang Fengxia, who runs a small shop. After befriending the Kazakh boy Batai, Wenxiu gradually discovers the beauty of the local area.What If
#29Life, DramaXia Guo, a girl living a stable and comfortable life in Leshan, shares a peaceful routine with her boyfriend Jian, an interior designer. However, when she unexpectedly receives a job opportunity in Shanghai, she finds herself at a crossroads. On one side lies the fast-paced urban life full of opportunities and challenges, while on the other remains the predictable, ordinary existence...Men in Love
#30Romance, LifeYe Han, a self-disciplined and hardworking chief editor of a magazine, helps Li Xiaoxiao, an awkward and cute gym teacher, to resolve embarrassing crisis one after another by chance. But he has difficulty in falling in love because of his past encounters. Xu Jiacheng, a passionate and straightforward magazine publisher, meets Tong Yiwen, a former top model. They are constantly seeking...Young Babylon
#31Romance, Friendship, LifeIn the early 1990s, in the small coastal town of Fucheng in southeastern China, a group of young people chasing their youth on the train of the times, they were passionate and reckless, growing wildly with abandon. They underwent a transformation, seeking the extraordinary in the ordinary, amidst the pursuit of the stars and the sea. In the most vibrant and radiant era of youth, they...Will Love in Spring
#32Drama, LifeChen Maidong was once a rebellious youth, but after experiencing a life-changing event, he chose to become a funeral makeup artist. Zhuang Jie became disabled due to a car accident, but she worked hard and became a career elite in the big city in order to pursue a better self. One is a funeral makeup artist with a rebellious personality but is emotionally and physically lonely, the...Ode to Joy 5
#33Life, DramaThe five girls on the 22nd floor continue to accompany each other through life's ups and downs. Despite facing more challenges, their deepening understanding and growing bond enable them to support each other through these tough times. Ye Zhenzhen, amidst her passion for scientific research, finds herself frequently affected by David's family matters, making simple living a challenge....Angels Fall Sometimes
#34Life, FriendshipLin Tuo and An Zhique met at a job fair during the summer internship in their junior year. They fell in love with each other at the first sight. After getting to know each other better, they decided to get together. As graduation season approaches, they go from the "ivory tower" to society, taking part-time jobs, applying for jobs, and planning their future together. Although the path...Growing Together
#35Life, ComedyScreenwriter Liu Xiang has a relatively flexible daily schedule. He takes care of his son Guo Ning and daughter Guo Bao's education and companionship at home, while his wife Dai Jing chooses to work in a well-paying company in another city. With the implementation of the "double reduction" policy, their original plans and arrangements are inevitably adjusted. The couple faces differences...Small Town Stories
#36Romance, Comedy, FriendshipMu Di, a talented young girl specializing in the suona with high academic qualifications, had to return home for rehabilitation due to illness. There, she encountered Bai Lang, the intelligent and capable owner of a planning company. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the two found themselves having to run the planning company together. In the process of managing the business, Mu Di not...Born to Run
#37Life, Family, DramaA car accident brought a devastating impact on the family of sisters Xiufang and Xiuli. Xiufang's only daughter, Anxin, a young dance teacher, was seriously injured and lost her legs in the accident; while Xiuli's young son tragically passed away, but her older daughter Ruohua survived. Anxin, who regards dance as her life, struggled to cope with this enormous blow and became increasingly...Like a Flowing River Season 3
#38LifeIn June 1993, the multinational cooperation between Donghai Chemical and Luoda Corporation was progressing vigorously. The key figure facilitating the joint venture for Donghai, Song Yunfei, was leading the workers at the Pengyang Pesticide Factory, which fell short in various aspects compared to Donghai, in implementing process reforms. Despite the significant disparity from Donghai...I Know l Love You
#39Romance, Drama, LifeXu Nuo and Zhao Jin, two older youths, are also forced by their parents to get married, advised by friends and relatives, and urged by matchmakers to get married. The misunderstandings of their friends and the obstruction of their parents have made their love face all kinds of bumps in the road. Zhao Jin's meticulous care for Xu Nuo makes Xu Nuo feel the warmth and firmness she has...Return to Nineteen Ninety Three Season 3
#40Drama, Family, LifeWu Jiayue, the daughter of Hong Kong's richest man, is motivated by love and hatred, and uses her father's connections to cause Lin Xiaofan's bankruptcy. Lin Xiaofan uses the historical incident of retailers fighting against Wall Street to rise again and found Xiaofan Technology, and uses the leading search engine to lead the cell phone market, competing directly with Liu Yuanqing,...Return to Nineteen Ninety Three Season 2
#41Drama, Family, LifeYoung entrepreneur Lin Xiaofan was reborn in 1993 after being murdered and killed. But the Lin Xiaofan of 1993 is not only a domestic violent man, he also plans to sell his daughter for money. After his rebirth, Lin Xiaofan rebuilds his broken family like a new one. At the same time, with a business mindset beyond his time, he started a business venture to become rich in the tide of the 90s.Burning Years
#42Drama, LifeThe story revolves around five childhood friends with distinct personalities, namely Lin Zhihua, Xu Weibiao, Wang Lei, Zhang Peng, and others. In the era of transformation, they diverged and embarked on different paths due to their individual choices. Amidst significant societal changes, Lin Zhihua, driven by a sense of justice, finally fulfills his dream of becoming a police officer....Fantastic Doctors
#43Medical, Drama, LifeChen Hui, a young doctor who was born with a communication disorder, studied at Puyun Hospital. Although Chen Hui has emotional retardation, he often uses his unique perspective and treatment ideas to solve problems in critical situations and even inspire his colleagues in time, becoming a driving force for these "ordinary" doctors to reflect on themselves and examine their self-worth....Solemn Commitment
#44Life, DramaThe drama tells the story of Xiao Liming as the representative of the peace and security of China builders, facing the complexity of social contradictions, in the network fraud, investment mine, corporate compliance and other risky challenges, and interest groups to fight, to protect the people's peace and happiness.There Will Be Ample Time
#45DramaThe drama tells four girls who grew up together but drifted apart as adults, scattering to different parts of the world. However, the twists and turns in their respective lives eventually brought them back together in Chengdu. Faced with their hometown after years of absence, they went through the process of readjustment, from feeling unfamiliar to becoming familiar once again. Amid...The Fearless
#46Romance, Law, LifeLuo Yingzi never dreamed that, after sailing smoothly for 28 years, she would suddenly find herself in dire straits. It was her husband Liu Ming's thirtieth birthday, and she had just received her lawyer's license. She had thought it was a good day, so she had carefully prepared a table of food. However, after waiting at home all night, Liu Ming left, abandoning all their past affections....Stay Young Stay Passion
#47Suspense, Life, DramaAfter the 1927 Guangzhou Anti-Revolutionary Coup, the underground members of the Chinese Communist Party, the Han couple, bravely sacrificed themselves. Their three separated children were each adopted by ordinary families. The eldest son became an apprentice in a pharmacy, the second son became a chef, and the youngest daughter pursued a career as a Cantonese opera performer. Under...Never Too Late
#48Comedy, Drama, LifeJiang Tian leaves home to work as an interior designer in Beijing, trying hard to save money to buy a house and manage her relationship. As everything is going in the desired direction, Jiang Tian is transferred to a branch office in her hometown after offending the head of the company, forcing her to be separated from her boyfriend Fang Yuanqing. The workplace environment in the branch...Stand by Me
#49Romance, Drama, LifeThe drama focuses on the growth of a young girl, Luo Qiqi, and tells the story of love, friendship, and the changes that occur in the lives and thoughts of everyone around her.Incomparable Beauty
#50Romance, Life, BusinessThe drama tells the story of Xu Yao, who lost his girlfriend after a failed business venture, Yu Jia'en, a single lady in city, Zhang Qing, a lady who has been struggling in the city for ten years, and Li Nianhuan, a good girl who suffered from cheating during pregnancy. They all experience workplace and emotional confusion and growth.
