The Heir to The Throne

A slow-burning corporate succession battle that keeps you tense with shifting alliances and moral compromises, demanding attention to follow the intricate power plays.

Created by

Choi Jing-Shing, 陳新俠

Genres

Drama

Starring

Charmaine Sheh Sze-man, Raymond Lam, Lo Chung-him

Overview

Yau Ho-yee is the Yaus’ out of favor eldest granddaughter. Ho-yee always has a fighting spirit and is so ambitious that she absolutely believes she is capable of becoming the matriarch. However, the traditional patriarch Yau Hon-yeung, has been bringing up his only grandson Yau Chi-bun as his successor. Patriarch Yau abruptly falls gravely ill. He leaves behind a power of attorney that astounds the chums. Yau Sau-yi and Chi-bun, keep questioning Ho-yee and getting in her way. With her lawyer ex-boyfriend Ko Tsun’s help, Ho-yee assumes the position of acting chairman. The dust seems to have settled on the feud and a new chapter begins as Chi-bun’s true identity is exposed.

How it feels

Tense, dark, melancholic and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, family, ambition, betrayal

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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