What genre is Great Expectations?

Great Expectations is categorised as Drama.

Who stars in Great Expectations?

Liu Yijun, Ni Dahong, Cheng Taishen, Wang Deshun, Tong Liya appear in the main cast.

Is Great Expectations worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 8.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Great Expectations?

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Great Expectations (2018)

Name: Great Expectations
Genre: Drama
Cast: Liu Yijun, Ni Dahong, Cheng Taishen, Wang Deshun, Tong Liya

TV show 1 season ★ 8.0/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

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Great Expectations is a drama TV show from 2018. The cast includes Liu Yijun, Ni Dahong and Cheng Taishen. Audiences give it an excellent score of 8.0 out of 10.

Synopsis

In 20th century Shanghai, Hong Sanyuan arrives with his mother and close friend, Qi Lin, in search of a better life. There, he came under the guidance of ferry leader Yan Hua. Hong becomes entangled in the power struggles between two large conglomerates, and eventually also becomes involved in political affairs.

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Season 1 · 56 episodes

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Questions about Great Expectations

What genre is Great Expectations?: Great Expectations is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Great Expectations?: Liu Yijun, Ni Dahong, Cheng Taishen, Wang Deshun, Tong Liya appear in the main cast.
Is Great Expectations worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 8.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Great Expectations?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.