A 1930s Shanghai detective who looks like he knows where all the bodies are buried—because he probably does.
40 minSeason 1 • Episode 24
LatestShanghai in 30s: An intriguing crime case emerges amidst the bustling city. A beautiful new graduate of police academy, Qin Xiaoman, joins the investigation unit. The famous detective Luo Fei becomes her colleague and neighbour.
Production
Stunning 1930s Shanghai recreation—every frame is a mood board.
Costume
Bai Yu's suits alone deserve their own billing.
Acting
Una You's rookie detective energy vs. Bai Yu's world-weary swagger.
Creator
Deng Ke
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The series adapts the Detective L/Detective Dee universe originally created by Dutch diplomat Robert van Gulik, who reimagined Tang dynasty judge Di Renjie as a Sherlock figure—this 1930s Shanghai version is a fascinating republic-era reimagining.
Bai Yu and Una You reportedly did their own stunts for several chase sequences through actual historic Shanghai locations, including the Bund at 4 AM to avoid crowds.
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