Once Upon a Time in Shanghai
tv show
40 total episodes
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1 seasons
First Aired September 02, 1996
Genres:
Overview
Set in 1930s Shanghai, the story opens with legendary gambler Gon and his vow to recover his father's casino from Shanghai tycoon Fung In his quest, he becomes acquainted with Sou and uncovers her fiance's nefarious conspiracy. Sou gives her heart to Gon, but he can't forget his old love Gu. Meanwhile, up-and-coming gangster Hui Man Keung is quickly making his name in Shanghai. Crossing paths during chaotic times, Hui, Gon, and Ding Lik become brothers and business partners, but Fung recruits Hui and Ding to his side through backhanded methods. Though deeply in love with Fung's daughter Ching Ching, Hui can only turn away from love and friendship when Fung's true nature is revealed. Fung, however, is not about to just let Hui walk away.
Episode 2
Season 1 - Episode 2 - 1h 47m
Air Date
September 03, 1996
Overview
KEUNG finds LIK in his house. As LIK is seriously injured, KEUNG sends him to hospital immediately. KEUNG takes no action against PING. The duel between YIU and HOI is approaching. Everyone is nervous. YAU has no confident in HOI. CHO and KIT are angry and scold YAU. YIU uses tricks but HOI manages to divert YIU's attention. LI becomes the victim. The French Ambassador suggests the postpone the duel. YIU visits LI and instructs PING to deal with HOI for him. KEUNG worries. PING attacks HOI in the cinema but KEUNG manages to divert his attack to LI. In chaos, both LI and PING die. LI's subordinates support KEUNG to be the new boss. KEUNG is excited. HOI goes to the cinema again where he meets WA. He is shocked. HOI is lurked and fortunately he is saved by NG. HOI's eyes are hurt. With HAU's assistance, he arrives at the casino in time. KEUNG also gives him a hand secretly.