Overview
The story of Song Yunhui, Lei Dongbao, and Yang Xun as they take part in China’s economic reform from the 1980s to the 1990s.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
Song Yunhui, a talented technician, overcomes discrimination to build a promising career but becomes consumed by ambition. In contrast, his brother-in-law Lei Dongbao, a tough village leader, gains respect during economic reform but is held back by his lack of education. Meanwhile, Yang Xun seizes opportunities during the changing times to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams.
Season 2
Song Yunhui becomes the youngest deputy at Donghai Chemical, but his success creates personal and professional challenges. Lei Dongbao faces difficulties but perseveres with support from Wei Chunhong. Yang Xun navigates business setbacks and personal loss, with help from accountant Ren Xiayuan. Liang Sishen, a foreign manager, frequently interacts with Song Yunhui, and despite their differences, they come to respect each other’s abilities.
Season 3
In June 1993, Song Yunfei led Donghai Chemical’s joint venture with Luoda Company while revitalizing the struggling Pengyang Pesticide Factory by developing low-toxic, high-efficiency pesticides. Lei Dongbao merged small factories to form the Thunder Cable Cluster, navigating complex human relations while prioritizing the community. Yang Xiaolei and Liang Sishen collaborated on business ventures, each facing their own challenges. Throughout it all, Song Yunfei and Liang Sishen supported each other, demonstrating perseverance and dedication to their goals.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Wang Kai
Song Yunhui
Yang Shuo
Lei Dongbao
Dong Zijian
Yang Xun
Zhou Fang
Cheng Kaiyan
Zhao Da
Xun Jianxiang
Yang Caiyu
Liang Sishen
Lian Shumei
Wei Chunhong
Wu Qijiang
Chen Pingyuan
Li Wei
Min Zhongsheng
Yang Lixin
Secretary Shui
Tong Yao
Song Yunping
Zhao Yang
Yu Shanqing
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Frequently Asked Questions
The story of Song Yunhui, Lei Dongbao, and Yang Xun as they take part in China’s economic reform from the 1980s to the 1990s.
Like a Flowing River has 3 seasons with 119 episodes.
Like a Flowing River premiered on December 10, 2018.
No, Like a Flowing River has ended. The final episode aired on January 31, 2024.
Like a Flowing River originally aired on Beijing Television. Check your local streaming services for availability.
Like a Flowing River was created by Kong Sheng.
Like a Flowing River has a rating of 8.5/10 based on user reviews.
Like a Flowing River is classified as Drama.