A River Runs Through It

A coming-of-age story of a group of youths. Xia Xiaoju transfers to a new school just before the high school entrance examinations, and there she forge a friendship with a bunch of classmates. After entering university, Xia Xiaoju begins to fall in love with Cheng Lang, but finds out that Chen Lang likes her close friend Lin You, while Lin You has a crush on Yuan Ancheng. Meanwhile, Xiaoju does not notice that her protector and guardian Lu Shiyi has fallen for her.

Directed by —, A River Runs Through It leans on a strong ensemble — Wang Ruichang, Hu Yixuan, Chen Bohao — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2021.