Latest Short Dramas

Landlord Bets 4000 Employees Can’t Move Out (Chinese: 房东赌我四千员工搬不走，三天后整栋楼空了) is a 67-episode Chinese vertical drama in the male-lead business genre. The story follows Lin, a company president whose landlord keeps raising demands, convinced that 4,000 employees and thousands of machines cannot relocate. Lin never argues; he pays on time and keeps working. Unknown to the landlord, Lin had prepared a new headquarters a year earlier. Three days later, all employees leave, and the entire building stands empty. The drama appeals to fans of satisfying revenge stories, workplace power plays, and underdog victories.

The Free Lunch That Burns (烫嘴的免费午饭) is a 58-episode Chinese vertical short drama in the urban daily life genre. It follows office newcomer Lin Chen, whose lunches are repeatedly stolen and sabotaged by veteran employee Li Xiulan, with HR manager Wang Meng shielding the bully. To fight back, Lin Chen prepares a lunch laced with a legal ‘ghost pepper’ extract and attaches a bold warning label. Li Xiulan ignores the warning, tears off the label, eats the lunch, and ends up hospitalized. When Li’s family causes a scene and Wang Meng pressures Lin Chen to compromise, Lin Chen calls the police and presents surveillance footage and a recorded disclaimer from Wang Meng as evidence. The series is complete and appeals to fans of workplace justice, revenge plots, and satisfying confrontations in short-form drama.

Yi Ai Wei Jia Season 4 (以爱为家第四季) is a Chinese short drama that follows three friends—Li Guanlan, Li Xuan, and Jiang Liu—as they return to their hometown after graduation and navigate workplace challenges together. The 76-episode series blends themes of friendship, integrity, and social change, as the trio confronts office politics, stands up for their values, and eventually revitalizes a failing clothing project by creating a fashion brand for middle-aged women. With a focus on personal growth and breaking age stereotypes, this drama appeals to viewers who enjoy heartfelt stories about camaraderie and overcoming societal expectations.

Homecoming Reunion: I Test Hearts with a Million is a 81-episode Chinese family drama about Gu Cheng, a billionaire who was kidnapped as a child and returns to his biological parents after 25 years. To verify their sincerity, he pretends to be a beggar, enduring humiliation from his sister-in-law and relatives, while his parents embrace him with a treasured sweater. Moved by their genuine love, he secretly supports his brother, uncovers a scheme by his sister-in-law Zhou Li and her accomplice Zhao Ming to seize the family’s demolition money, and finally reveals his identity at a demolition meeting. He marries his secretary Shen Qiushui, and the family reunites. This short drama appeals to viewers who enjoy emotional family conflicts, hidden identity reveals, and satisfying justice.

Who Said No Spirit Root Can Cultivate? (Chinese: 谁说没灵根不能修仙的？之无灵证道第26季) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the Eastern fantasy genre. It follows Han Fan, a lowly handyman at the Liuli Sword Sect who, despite having no spirit root and no background, discovers a rusty broken sword that changes his fate. This 88-episode series appeals to fans of cultivation stories, underdog protagonists, and xianxia-style world-building. This guide covers the plot, themes, and similar short dramas you may enjoy.

凛冬跟随囤货第二季 (Winter Stockpiling Season 2) is a 130-episode Chinese sci-fi apocalyptic short drama that continues the story of a group of survivors battling a deadly ice age, toxic fog, and hordes of zombies. The plot follows seafood shop owner Jiang Qingyue and her team, including the powerful Long Jiuxing, as they build a zombie farm, tame zombie king Makayaka, and use system rewards to upgrade their abilities. This series is perfect for fans of fast-paced survival stories, zombie action, and female-led teams with resourceful strategies. It offers a mix of intense action, quirky companions, and clever problem-solving, making it a thrilling watch for short drama enthusiasts.

末哥超凡公路第六季 is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the sci-fi apocalyptic genre. Set in a world overrun by a mysterious catastrophe, it follows Captain Chen Ye and the Fair Convoy as they capture a city and attempt to build a safe haven for survivors. When peace returns, internal power struggles and human greed threaten the community, forcing Chen Ye to navigate both external horrors and internal conflicts. With 215 episodes, this series appeals to fans of survival thrillers, group dynamics, and moral dilemmas in post-apocalyptic settings.

Label God Season 2 (Tag Maker Season 2) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the urban fantasy genre. It follows Gu Qing, who suddenly sees labels above everyone’s head. Approaching a celebrity label brings fame, while approaching a corpse label brings death. As this power awakens, spiritual energy returns to Earth and monsters invade. With 150 episodes, the series blends supernatural suspense, action, and character-driven twists. It suits viewers who enjoy fast-paced Chinese short dramas with unique powers, apocalyptic stakes, and moral dilemmas.

精通婴语满朝权贵求我带娃 is a completed Chinese vertical short drama (116 episodes) that blends farming-life comedy, court intrigue, and a unique fantasy twist: the heroine can understand baby language. The story follows Song Yubai, a poor but shrewd young woman who uses this rare ability to soothe and care for the difficult children of noble families, quickly rising from an overlooked outcast to a sought-after ‘Aunt Song’ among the capital’s elite. With its focus on clever problem-solving, heartwarming child interactions, and social climbing, this series appeals to fans of lighthearted period dramas, underdog stories, and unconventional female leads. If you enjoy dramas about underestimated heroines, childcare comedy, or witty social commentary, this one is a fun pick.

Wang Fu Xiao Zu Zong (王府小祖宗，捡啥啥是宝) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the ancient style genre, running 120 episodes. The story follows Princess Cheng Ruan of the Ning Prince Mansion, who, after a series of misfortunes, receives guidance from her ancestors and meets a clever, kind girl named Tuan Tuan at a teahouse. Tuan Tuan, despite her humble origins, has a talent for finding unexpected treasures and bringing good luck. Once brought to the mansion, she fills the cold household with laughter, resolves strange incidents, and gradually becomes the beloved ‘little ancestor’ of the entire family. This heartwarming tale suits fans of family bonding, lucky child characters, and lighthearted ancient Chinese settings.

Shen Nu Gui Tu (神女归途) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama with 169 episodes. It follows Jiang Fuyue, a modern girl who time-travels to the Great Zhou dynasty after a car accident. She uses a phone system to help the people and support Prince Xie Linuan’s rise to power. But when her phone is stolen, she is branded a witch and nearly sacrificed. The system eventually reveals the truth, yet she chooses to return home, leaving the prince to regret his choices. This fast-paced story blends time travel, romance, betrayal, and a satisfying twist. It suits fans of Chinese short dramas, fantasy romance, and stories about strong female leads who refuse to forgive easily.

Yi Nv (异女, also known as The Different Woman) is a Chinese vertical short drama that blends family intrigue with supernatural elements. The story follows Meng Yin, a young woman who discovers that her family has been secretly harvesting a divine gift from its women for centuries. After witnessing her sister’s tragic death, Meng Yin awakens her own power and vows to end the cycle of abuse. With 80 episodes currently airing, this growth-themed drama appeals to fans of revenge narratives, family secrets, and strong female leads. The cast includes Yu Yin, Yang Pengcheng, and Yao Hui.