Beneath the Undertow

Name: Beneath the Undertow
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Drama
Released: 2025-07-31
Rating: 5
Cast: Chen Jianbin, Chen Ruoxuan, Sierra Li, Cheng Taishen, Mei Ting

Thriller Mystery Drama Chinese 19 Episodes

In the once-vibrant state-owned Asahi Factory, the body of a female college student with a severed foot is accidentally found discarded in an abandoned sewage tank. The deceased is Shen Xiao Zhou, the daughter of a factory worker. Criminal police team leader Lian Hai Ping is ordered to investigate the case. Shi Qiang Feng, a young criminal police officer who reported the case on the first day, gets accidentally assigned to Lian Hai Ping's investigation team. The unexpected case and investigation team starts a fateful journey between the two to hunt down the murderer. At the same time, this case also brings back an unknown past deep in Lian Hai Ping's memory, and his new partner, Shi Qiang Feng, seems to have his own secrets. During the investigation, Lian Hai Ping finds out a mysterious force is behind the manipulation of the whole case. A partner with a mysterious life experience, a first love who died unexpectedly, a deep-seated entrepreneur, an old factory area that is running out of business... This case connects the truth between the past and the future. The fog seems to be bright, and the undercurrent is already surging. (Source: Chinese = leixuesong.com || Translation = MyDramaList)

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Synopsis

#Death #Detective Male Lead #Different Timelines #Flashback To Past #Investigation #Investigator Male Lead #Murder #Secret #Suspense #Web Series

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TMDB ID

252568

About "Beneath the Undertow"

"Beneath the Undertow", a captivating China drama that premiered in 2025 on iQiyi and masterfully combines elements of Thriller, Mystery and Drama and continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

spans 19 compelling episodes, with each episode delivering 40 minutes of engaging content.

The series has garnered significant acclaim, maintaining an impressive rating of 5, resonating with over 285 viewers on MyDramaList, ranking #18196 in popularity and #34612 overall on the platform.

The drama showcases an exceptional ensemble cast featuring Chen Jianbin, Chen Ruoxuan, Sierra Li, Cheng Taishen, Mei Ting, who bring their characters to life with compelling performances.

Known in China as "暗潮缉凶", this production exemplifies the growing global appeal and rich storytelling tradition of Asian entertainment.