The Long Watch

A slow, serious procedural that layers decades of quiet intrigue into a patient, brooding watch.

Created by

Yao Xiaofeng

Genres

Mystery

Starring

Wang Kai, Peng Yuchang, Ou Hao

Overview

A millennium-era leak case shaping cross-strait dynamics hides a covert tug-of-war between foreign forces and Chinese agents. In the late 90s, rookie Chunxiao and star agent Ma Qi foil plots together, but as time passes, the case reshapes all involved amid era-defining shifts.

How it feels

Tense, melancholic, dark and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Conspiracy, betrayal, loyalty, politics

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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

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