Against the Current
Shen Jialan, once a nobleman's granddaughter, falls from grace after her family is falsely accused of treason. Abandoned by her fiancé Lin Jinqi, she is forced to assume a servant's identity in his household. Despite hardships, she refuses to bow to fate. With resilience and wit, she rises above class barriers, wins Lin Jinqi's heart, earns the family's respect, and ultimately clears her family's name.
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About Against the Current
Against the Current is a 2026 Chinese-language drama and family series. The cast is led by Tan Songyun, Liu Xueyi, Li Meng. It spans 1 season and 16 episodes and is still running.
Against the Current was produced by Star Lotus Pictures and Tencent Video and made in China. It was first aired on September 11, 2026.
- Director
- Huang Yingxiang
- Writers
- Tong Hua, Xiao Lou
- First aired
- September 11, 2026
- Last aired
- September 11, 2026
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Returning Series
- Seasons
- 1 (16 episodes)
- Network
- Tencent Video
- Country
- China
- Production
- Star Lotus Pictures, Tencent Video
Against the Current cast & crew
Against the Current was written by Tong Hua and Xiao Lou.
The cast features Tan Songyun as Xu Lanxiang / Shen Jialan, Liu Xueyi as Lin Jinqi, Li Meng as Zhao Xingtang, Zheng Hehuizi as Du Cuique, Candy Wu as Lin Xiuwan, and Julia Ye as Yu Chan.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Wang Juan and Li Eryun.
Is Against the Current worth watching?
With 1 season and 16 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.
If you enjoy drama and family, Against the Current is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Against the Current
Tan Songyun
Xu Lanxiang / Shen Jialan
Liu Xueyi
Lin Jinqi
Li Meng
Zhao Xingtang
Zheng Hehuizi
Du Cuique
Candy Wu
Lin Xiuwan
Julia Ye
Yu Chan
Pu Tao
Lin Xiulai
Song Fangyuan
Xiao Lian
Liu Jiaxi
Lin Xiushu
Li Jiaxin
Gan Tang
Against the Current — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Against the Current in United States?
Against the Current is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Against the Current in?
Against the Current is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Against the Current are there?
Against the Current has 1 season with 16 episodes in total, and it is still running.
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