Latest Short Dramas

Under the Stove: Freedom Chapter (灶下煤之自由篇) is a completed Chinese short drama in the ancient-life genre. It follows Shen Du, a top chef from the modern world who transmigrates into a lowly kitchen servant in a marquis’s mansion. Despite being sidelined by the kitchen staff, he saves a banquet using only leftover ingredients. Winning the favor of the head mistress, he gradually earns the right to cook. When grain merchants cut off his premium supplies, he improvises with lotus root, cabbage, and crab to create stunning dishes. He wins the Golden Spoon at the Hundred Flavors competition and eventually buys his freedom, opening his own restaurant. This 82-episode series appeals to fans of food-focused dramas, underdog stories, and Chinese costume productions.

Su Yi Through the Book Season 6 (苏忆穿书第六季) is a Chinese farming-themed short drama that follows Su Wan as she expands her soap business to the central region. The season continues her journey of growth and resilience, blending romance, family intrigue, and entrepreneurial ambition. With 177 episodes, it offers a slow-burn narrative that appeals to fans of slice-of-life and business-growth stories. The series is currently updating, and this guide covers the plot, production notes, and viewing information.

Blood Multiplier Season 5 (Chinese: 血量亿倍增幅，被当成废物异能第五季) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the fantasy and brain-burning genre. The story follows Su Lin, a young man who awakens an ability initially judged as D-grade trash. After being humiliated by his family and an adopted brother, he cuts ties and wanders into the Valley of Evildoers. There, an accident multiplies his HP by a hundred million times, turning him into an unstoppable force. He survives deadly secret realms, dominates underground boxing matches, and gains new skills while fighting back against family and enemies. With 111 episodes, this series suits fans of underdog revenge tales and high-concept power-fantasy vertical dramas.

Yi Nian Hun Chi (一念婚迟) is a completed Chinese urban romance vertical drama with 83 episodes. It follows Gu Nian, a lonely woman who marries Chi Yu, the heir of the Chi family, as a ‘chong xi’ (bride to ward off bad luck) for his grandfather. Despite her long-time crush, the marriage turns cold and distant. After a year of unrequited effort, she asks for a divorce, and only then does Chi Yu realize his regret. The series stars Chen Fangtong and Gan Wangxing, with supporting cast Bi Zihao, Xue Li, Li Xiaochuan, and Liu Guanyi. It is suitable for fans of emotional romance, second-chance love, and family drama.

Blind Date Is Late-Blooming Love (相亲对象是迟来的心动) is a completed 74-episode Chinese short drama that blends workplace romance with a slow-burn love story. It follows detective captain Song Kui, who falls for Jiang Lu at first sight but immediately makes three mistakes—standing her up, being too busy, and leaving her to pay the bill. He tries to win her back through sincere actions: protecting her in danger, staying by her side all night, quitting smoking, and being obedient. When he learns about an old unsolved case involving Jiang Lu’s mother, he investigates out of duty and love, though evidence is lacking due to the passage of time. His persistence gradually melts Jiang Lu’s heart, and with her grandmother’s blessing, they end up together. The series is ideal for viewers who enjoy light-hearted yet emotional romance with a detective protagonist and family dynamics.

Three Hundred for Trust, Nine Hundred Thousand for Truth (三百块的信任，九十万的真相) is a completed Chinese urban brain-burn short drama with 56 episodes. The story centers on a heroine who turns a small act of trust into a high-stakes confrontation with a hidden truth worth 900,000. Praised for its satisfying pacing and the lead’s assertive personality, this vertical drama suits viewers who enjoy fast-paced, revenge-driven urban stories with a strong female protagonist. This guide covers the confirmed production details, narrative style, and viewing context based on verified sources.

Flavors of the World (original title: 百味江湖) is a 58-episode Chinese urban drama that follows chef Zhang Ming, who uses his inherited culinary skills to help his cousin Zhang Jian build a restaurant earning five million yuan a year. Instead of gratitude, Zhang Ming is betrayed and replaced by his own apprentice Sun Kai. He starts a small eatery based on fresh ingredients and honest business, while Zhang Jian’s luxurious restaurant fails due to poor-quality frozen meat. Despite repeated sabotage, Zhang Ming’s small shop thrives, and Zhang Jian’s business collapses. This short drama suits viewers who enjoy stories of resilience, family conflict, and culinary justice.

Code Name: Deep Space – Emergency Landing is a completed 80-episode Chinese vertical drama (short drama) in the comeback/revenge genre. The story follows Tian Mingyuan, a wealthy businessman from Tianhai, who secretly travels to Longdu for business talks. To avoid attention, he flies economy class on a commercial airline. Worried about severe thunderstorms, he asks Lu Hang to pilot the plane. However, female captain Lin Feifei refuses to give up the cockpit, forcing Lu Hang out. When the plane enters a massive storm, Lin Feifei panics, and Lu Hang must step in to save everyone on board. This tense thriller suits fans of high-stakes aviation dramas and short-form storytelling.

Top Court Favorite (original title: 顶级裙臣, pinyin: Dǐngjí Qúnchén) is a 71-episode Chinese urban romance short drama that has already concluded. The story follows Jiang Huai, who was gravely injured six years ago while protecting Luo Jiusheng, only to be heartbroken when she ended their relationship. He returns under the name Jiang Jin as a cold, distinguished researcher. She now teaches by day and sings at a bar by night, while secretly caring for her ill mother and battling bipolar disorder. Their reunion is charged with unresolved pain and hidden longing. This guide covers the cast, episode count, and production notes for viewers seeking a concise overview of this emotional vertical drama.

Jubao Xianpen: The Real Boss Is a Mixed Spiritual Root Season 8 is a completed traditional fantasy short drama with 138 episodes. It follows a protagonist with a mixed spiritual root who turns out to be the true powerhouse, blending cultivation tropes with a slow-burn reveal. Ideal for fans of Chinese fantasy vertical dramas who enjoy underdog-to-overlord narratives and completed series.

Reborn, I Won’t Pretend to Be a Rich Heir Season 11 is a completed Chinese short drama in the urban daily life genre, with 120 episodes. The story follows Lu Chuan and his roommate Zhao Yifan as they travel overseas for a cross-regional business deal, only to discover that their partner is caught in internal scheming. They cleverly counter the traps to stabilize the cooperation. Meanwhile, their roommates Chen Zi’ang and Han Dong accompany their elders to resolve long-standing family conflicts, adding a warm emotional layer. This season blends business strategy with heartfelt family moments, making it ideal for viewers who enjoy character-driven vertical dramas with a mix of corporate intrigue and slice-of-life warmth.

Bitter Gourd Young Master Don’t Cry, Season 2 (Chinese title: 苦瓜少爷别哭，迟总夫人又在倒追你第二季) is a completed Chinese short drama in the urban daily life genre. It follows Shen Kui, who gets a chance to re-examine her life and gradually understands her husband Chi Yuliang’s sincere but understated affection. Through patient communication and family support, she learns to cherish and take responsibility, and as a new life approaches, the couple grows together into a warm and happy family. The series spans 85 episodes and is suitable for viewers who enjoy relationship-focused, character-driven vertical dramas with emotional growth and family themes.