The Awake (2026)

Other name: Awaken , Xing Lai

Description:

Set against the backdrop of wartime China, The Awake is a gripping espionage drama adapted from the novel Xing Lai by Hai Fei. The story follows Chen Kai Lai, an ordinary apprentice photographer whose life changes forever in occupied Shanghai. After an underground operative is killed, Chen is suddenly entrusted with crucial intelligence. Joined by a down-on-her-luck dancer, he is thrust into a dangerous, shadowy world of espionage, political intrigue, and corruption. As rival factions clash and hidden agendas unravel in Shanghai, Chen must rely on his sharp perception and immense courage to navigate constant danger. Guided and protected by secret underground agents, Chen undergoes a powerful transformation. He evolves from a simple civilian into a key figure in the resistance, where every choice he makes carries the ultimate weight of survival or sacrifice. This suspenseful adaptation beautifully captures a thrilling journey of survival, courage, and patriotism during one of history's most turbulent eras.

Episodes: 40

Duration: 45 min.

Airs On: Aug 26, 2026 - ?

Producer: iQiyi

Director: Zhao Bao Gang

Country: China

Status: Ongoing

Released: 2026

Genre: Action; Crime; Thriller