Latest Short Dramas

Hou Dong Zheng (Chinese: 候冬症) is a completed Chinese short drama that blends campus romance with a story of personal growth and forbidden desire. The plot follows Liang Ludong, a history student at Jing University, who is forced by a game of truth or dare to send a provocative message to Qi Tinghong, the school’s most admired figure. What begins as a purely physical arrangement slowly evolves into a deeper emotional connection, helping Liang escape the shadows of her family and learn to accept herself. With 80 episodes, this youth drama explores themes of intimacy, healing, and the journey from casual partners to soulmates. If you enjoy slow-burn romance with emotional depth, this vertical drama is worth adding to your watchlist.

Fifty and Hiding My Identity, I Met True Love is a completed Chinese urban romance short drama with 69 episodes. It follows Lu Tianhong, a man in his fifties who conceals his powerful identity to seek a peaceful life, only to meet Fang Wanyi, a gentle woman who values sincerity over status. Their growing bond faces tension from his ambitious son Lu Yu and hidden pasts. This guide covers the narrative stages, cast, and what viewers can expect from the series.

Thirty Thousand Feet, She Didn’t Bow (三万英尺，她没有低头) is a completed Chinese urban short drama with 43 episodes. It follows Lin Wan, a passenger who is forcibly removed from a flight due to the arrogance of a premium member, crew bias, and airline overbooking. What the airline doesn’t know is that Lin Wan specializes in aviation law. After leaving the cabin, she legally obtains records and exposes the truth behind identity misuse and the airline’s tendency to target easy victims. This drama is perfect for viewers who enjoy stories of ordinary people using intelligence and legal knowledge to fight injustice, with a satisfying, rule-upholding resolution.

Baozi Li De Zhen Xin (包子里的真心) is a 41-episode Chinese short drama that follows Qiao Yongfu, a steamed bun vendor who refuses to cut corners after a price increase sparks backlash. When a rival uses spoiled fillings to undercut him, Qiao stays true to his principles, moves to a morning market, and slowly earns trust. The story culminates in a food poisoning scandal that forces the industrial park to recognize his integrity. This heartwarming vertical drama is perfect for viewers who enjoy food-themed stories with moral lessons about honesty and quality.

Heaven-Sent Match: The Cynical Prince and His Life-Giving Chef (天降良缘：厌世王爷和他的续命小厨娘) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the ancient-costume romance genre. The story follows Song Sanyuan, a庶女 (concubine’s daughter) who is forced to marry the blind and disabled Prince Wei Feng in place of her runaway half-sister. Despite a cold welcome and a city full of mockery, she wins the prince’s heart with her courage and a bowl of hot porridge, stirring up the capital’s political scene. With 98 episodes, this drama suits fans of historical romance, strong female leads, and slow-burn emotional development.

Pretending to Pout on the Moon’s Heart Season 3 is a completed Chinese short drama in the youth sweet-romance genre, running 119 episodes. The story follows Zhou Suisui as she accidentally wakes her brother from his infatuation, exposing the suspicious behavior of Su Wan and uncovering hidden clues about the Zhou family’s downfall. Meanwhile, Jiang Zongyan pursues her with grand gestures, facing obstacles from her protective brother. The series blends family loyalty, corporate intrigue, and sweet romantic tension, making it ideal for fans of fast-paced vertical dramas with strong female leads and family dynamics.

Candle Dragon Season 3 (烛九阴第三季) is a 108-episode Chinese fantasy short drama that follows Cang Xue after her adoptive mother’s death. Forced to flee with her brother Cang Yu and a theater trunk, she seeks refuge in the turbulent city of Longcheng, where she becomes a disciple of Zhu Jiu Yin. The story blends martial arts training, emotional growth, and a looming supernatural conspiracy involving the ancient god Candle Dragon. This guide breaks down the narrative stages, key themes, and viewing context for new viewers.

Who Says No Spirit Root Can Cultivate? – Path Without Spirit (Season 12) is a completed Chinese fantasy short drama with 113 episodes. It follows an underdog without a spiritual root who defies the odds in a cultivation world. This guide breaks down the narrative phases, binge-watching pace, and what to expect from this season. Perfect for fans of vertical dramas and xianxia-style stories.

Hardcore Daughter-in-Law (硬核儿媳，在线撑腰) is a 64-episode Chinese family drama short series. It follows Xu Ying, a woman who grew up watching her mother and grandmother clash, so she knows how to handle in-law conflicts. After marrying into a kind family, she enjoys a peaceful life until her husband’s grandmother arrives to pressure the family into transferring property to the eldest uncle. Xu Ying cleverly defuses each confrontation, protecting her in-laws and her marriage. This vertical drama suits viewers who enjoy strong female leads, family conflicts, and satisfying resolutions.

Du Chen Yuan (渡尘渊) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in 75 episodes. It follows a modern film actress who time-travels into the body of Su Yaoyao, the legitimate daughter of a marquis. Humiliated by her half-sister and fiancé, she fights back, reclaims her mother’s dowry, and sets her sights on the cold, abstinent Crown Prince Xiao Chenyuan. The series blends revenge, romance, and a determined heroine. It suits fans of time-travel romance and short-form drama.

The Seventh Spring of Missing You (想你的第七个春日) is a completed 86-episode Chinese urban romance short drama. It follows Wen Yao and Xing Yu, who secretly dated for two years but parted due to a misunderstanding. Years later, Wen Yao returns as a single mother with a changed appearance, and Xing Yu, now her boss, fails to recognize her at first. As they work together, old feelings resurface and he gradually uncovers her true identity. With her daughter Wen Xin in the picture, the two are forced back into each other’s lives, slowly unraveling past misunderstandings. By the seventh spring after their separation, they find their way back to love. Adapted from the novel ‘After Reunion, the Abstinent Boss Loses Control and Entangles Her with Kisses’ by Song Baibai, this drama suits fans of second-chance romance, office dynamics, and heartfelt family themes.

Rules Are Yours to Set (规矩是你定的) is a 71-episode Chinese vertical drama about chef Lu Zhengchuan, who, after winning a major hotel contract, is fined for a minor rule violation. Disillusioned, he decides to follow every rule literally, refusing to comply with unspoken workplace norms. When his supervisor’s mismanagement threatens the hotel’s reputation and leads to sabotage, Lu uses evidence and his culinary skill to expose the conspiracy, ultimately becoming a group consultant and redefining kitchen standards. This workplace romance drama appeals to viewers who enjoy stories of justice, resilience, and professional integrity.