The Guardians

The Guardians

2025 · 1 season · 35 eps · ★ 8.0 · Drama

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In 1940s Shanghai, struggling actor Ding Yi is forced to impersonate a blind cryptography expert after agent Gu Yinshan mistakenly kills the real man. Disguised as his assistant, Gu Yinshan joins Ding Yi to infiltrate Japanese intelligence with the help of theater owner Xian Biyun. Facing constant danger, the unlikely duo form a deep brotherhood, but their clashing loyalties lead to an inevitable test of trust and sacrifice.

Directed by Yang Wenjun

Network: Youku

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Cast

Zhang Yishan Ding Yi / Li Yuese
Elvis Han Gu Yangshan / Cha Li
Zhang Tian'ai Xian Biyun / Ruan Qing
Liu Huan Liang Jingyuan
Zhu Gangrirao Luo Han
Fan Shiran Meng Jie
Wang Ziyun Ye Yin
He Qiang Lao Wu
Guan Chang Hong Yu
Ma Yue Old Xiao
Huang Rong Lin Naihui

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