Great Expectations
In 20th century Shanghai, Hong Sanyuan arrives with his mother and close friend, Qi Lin, in search of a better life. There, he came under the guidance of ferry leader Yan Hua. Hong becomes entangled in the power struggles between two large conglomerates, and eventually also becomes involved in political affairs.
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About Great Expectations
Great Expectations is a 2018 Chinese-language action & adventure and drama series created by Xie Ze and Chen Sicheng. The cast is led by Chen Sicheng, Yuan Hong, Tong Liya. It spans 1 season and 56 episodes and has concluded.
Great Expectations was produced by 芒果影视, Wukong Culture Media, and Shine Asia and made in China. It was first aired on April 1, 2018.
- Created by
- Xie Ze, Chen Sicheng
- First aired
- April 1, 2018
- Last aired
- April 29, 2018
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (56 episodes)
- Network
- Hunan Television
- Country
- China
- Production
- 芒果影视, Wukong Culture Media, Shine Asia
Great Expectations cast & crew
Great Expectations was created by Xie Ze and Chen Sicheng.
The cast features Chen Sicheng as Hong Sanyuan, Yuan Hong as Qi Sen, Tong Liya as Lin Yiyi, Fu Dalong as Yan Hua, Amber Kuo Tsai-Chieh as Yu Mengzhu, and Zhang Li as Ah Qiao.
Is Great Expectations worth watching?
With 1 season and 56 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy action & adventure and drama, Great Expectations is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Great Expectations
Chen Sicheng
Hong Sanyuan
Yuan Hong
Qi Sen
Tong Liya
Lin Yiyi
Fu Dalong
Yan Hua
Amber Kuo Tsai-Chieh
Yu Mengzhu
Zhang Li
Ah Qiao
Zhao Lixin
Lu Yusheng
Ni Dahong
Huo Tianhong
Liu Yijun
Zhang Wanlin
Guo Jinglin
Xia Junlin
Cheng Taishen
Liang Xingyi
Tan Kai
Shen Da
Great Expectations — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Great Expectations in United States?
Great Expectations is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Great Expectations in?
Great Expectations is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Great Expectations are there?
Great Expectations has 1 season with 56 episodes in total.
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