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Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (1996)

Drama

Set in 1930s Shanghai, the story opens with legendary gambler Gon and his vow to recover his father's casino from Shanghai tycoon Fung In his quest, he becomes acquainted with Sou and uncovers her fiance's nefarious conspiracy. Sou gives her heart to Gon, but he can't forget his old love Gu. Meanwhile, up-and-coming gangster Hui Man Keung is quickly making his name in Shanghai. Crossing paths during chaotic times, Hui, Gon, and Ding Lik become brothers and business partners, but Fung recruits Hui and Ding to his side through backhanded methods. Though deeply in love with Fung's daughter Ching Ching, Hui can only turn away from love and friendship when Fung's true nature is revealed. Fung, however, is not about to just let Hui walk away.

First Air Date
September 2, 1996
Seasons
1
Episodes
40
Rating
8.0/10 (1 votes)

Cast: Adam Cheng Siu-Chow, Pat Poon, Sunny Chan Kam-Hung, Carol Cheng, Gordon Lam Ka-Tung, Nadia Chan Chung-Ling, Noel Leung, Lui Fong

Network: TVB Jade
Production: TVB
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Set in 1930s Shanghai, the story opens with legendary gambler Gon and his vow to recover his father's casino from Shanghai tycoon Fung In his quest, he becomes acquainted with Sou and uncovers her fiance's nefarious conspiracy. Sou gives her heart to Gon, but he can't forget his old love Gu. Meanwhile, up-and-coming gangster Hui Man Keung is quickly making his name in Shanghai. Crossing paths during chaotic times, Hui, Gon, and Ding Lik become brothers and business partners, but Fung recruits Hui and Ding to his side through backhanded methods. Though deeply in love with Fung's daughter Ching Ching, Hui can only turn away from love and friendship when Fung's true nature is revealed. Fung, however, is not about to just let Hui walk away.

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StatusEnded
TypeScripted
First Aired9/2/1996
Last Aired10/25/1996
Seasons1
Episodes40
LanguageCN
CountryHong Kong
Creators & Crew

1

Seasons

40

Episodes

44m

Per Episode

1996

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Cast

ACS

Adam Cheng Siu-Chow

as 于镇海

PP

Pat Poon

as 冯敬尧

SCK

Sunny Chan Kam-Hung

as 许文强

CC

Carol Cheng

as 苏七巧

GLK

Gordon Lam Ka-Tung

as 丁力

NCC

Nadia Chan Chung-Ling

as 冯程程

NL

Noel Leung

LF

Lui Fong

Seasons

1 seasons
Season 1
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Season 1

1996

40 episodes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai about?

Set in 1930s Shanghai, the story opens with legendary gambler Gon and his vow to recover his father's casino from Shanghai tycoon Fung In his quest, he becomes acquainted with Sou and uncovers her fia…

How many seasons does Once Upon a Time in Shanghai have?

1

How many episodes does Once Upon a Time in Shanghai have?

40

Is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai still running?

No, it ended in 1996.

When did Once Upon a Time in Shanghai first air?

September 2, 1996

Who stars in Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?

Adam Cheng Siu-Chow, Pat Poon, Sunny Chan Kam-Hung

What genre is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?

Drama