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| Final Week of 2025 Chinese Dramas Full Overview and What to Expect (Photo: Weibo) |
As we roll into the very last week of 2025, Chinese dramas are clearly not slowing down. While many viewers are already looking ahead to next year’s line-up, C-ent is still dropping fresh titles right up until the year’s final days — and the range is impressively wide.
December itself kicked off strongly, with high-profile comebacks and adaptations that kept discussion buzzing. Some shows delivered solid performances, while others sparked debate over whether they lived up to expectations.
Now, as the countdown to the New Year begins, several new dramas are stepping onto the stage, offering crime thrillers, historical intrigue, fantasy adventures, workplace romance, and grounded city stories.
If you’re wondering what’s worth starting — or adding to your watchlist — here’s a look at the Chinese dramas currently airing in the final week of December 2025, and what viewers can expect from each.
The Truth Within (Luo Yunxi, Liu Yase and Jiang Qilin)
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Release Date: December 29, 2025
Platform: Youku
This crime and investigation drama centres on the youngest forensic doctor in Licheng, whose life is shattered after his girlfriend dies in what appears to be a car accident. As clues begin to surface, he realises her death may not be as straightforward as it seems.
What to expect:
Expect a tightly paced mystery with emotional depth, forensic details, and layered character work. The drama leans into psychological tension rather than spectacle, making it ideal for viewers who enjoy slow-burn investigations and moral dilemmas.
Glory (Hou Minghao, Gulinazha)
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Release Date: December 29, 2025
Platform: Mango TV
Set against a historical backdrop, this drama follows a scholar whose life unravels after becoming entangled in an old murder case involving a powerful family. Just as he reaches his lowest point, he crosses paths with the daughter of the Tea King.
What to expect:
This one blends courtroom-style intrigue with business politics and emotional partnership. Expect character growth, elegant visuals, and a strong focus on rebuilding both personal honour and family legacy.
The Unclouded Soul (Hou Minghao, Tang Songyun)
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Release Date: December 27, 2025
Platforms: Youku, iQIYI
A fantasy adventure that pulls its lead character into the mysterious Valley of Ten Thousand Demons. Feared by humans, the Demon King Hong Ye reappears to protect the valley as threats loom from both worlds.
What to expect:
Fantasy fans can look forward to rich world-building, mythical lore, and a balance of action and emotion. The drama explores identity, fear, and coexistence, wrapped in visually striking settings.
Light of Dawn (Zhang Ruoyun, Ma Sichun, Wang Jingchun and Tang Yan)
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Release Date: December 27, 2025
Platform: Tencent Video / WeTV
This crime series begins with a sudden accident and the discovery of a long-buried skeleton, intertwining the lives of two individuals whose pasts are more connected than they realise.
What to expect:
Expect a grounded, atmospheric crime drama with strong performances and a focus on cause-and-effect storytelling. It’s less about flashy twists and more about how choices echo across time.
The Punishment (Huang Jingyu and Wang Chuanjun)
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Release Date: December 25, 2025
Platform: iQIYI
Centred on two sworn brothers with no blood ties, this drama explores loyalty, justice, and the grey areas of human nature. As a police officer faces off against organised crime, personal bonds are put to the test.
What to expect:
This series leans into character-driven tension, with moral conflicts taking centre stage. Viewers who enjoy crime stories that question right and wrong will likely find this one compelling.
Shine on Me (Song Weilong, Zhao Jinmai)
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Release Date: December 22, 2025
Platform: WeTV / Tencent Video
Adapted from a popular novel, this modern romance follows a university student navigating her transition into working life. From quiet campus admiration to unexpected connections in the professional world, the story reflects emotional growth over time.
What to expect:
A gentle, comforting romance with workplace realism and mature emotional beats. Expect character development, relatable life choices, and a softer take on love beyond first crushes.
The Miracles (Zhang Songwen, Wang Yuwen, Bai Yu, Esther Wang, Lawrence Wang).
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Release Date: December 22, 2025
Platform: WeTV / Tencent Video
Set in Shenzhen, this ensemble drama weaves together multiple lives from different social backgrounds — from a jobless man rediscovering hope in a 24-hour bookstore, to tech workers, delivery riders, young innovators, and environmental advocates.
What to expect:
This is a slice-of-life drama with a strong urban pulse. Expect meaningful storytelling around work, dignity, innovation, love, and environmental awareness. It paints a reflective portrait of a fast-growing city and the people shaping its future.
Which One?
With crime thrillers, fantasy worlds, historical ambition, and modern city stories all landing in the same week, the final days of 2025 offer something for every type of drama fan. Whether you’re in the mood for suspense, comfort viewing, or thought-provoking narratives, this end-of-year line-up proves that Chinese dramas are finishing strong.
So, which one’s going straight to the top of your watchlist? Are you planning to binge before the New Year, or saving these for a slower January?