The Guardians
2025•1 Seasons•35 Episodes•8.0•Ended
Drama
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.
Network
Youku
Origin
CN
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
Rain
Ye Yin
He Qiang
Lao Wu
Guan Chang
Hong Yu
Ma Yue
Old Xiao
Huang Rong
Lin Naihui
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