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 26
Season 1 - Episode 26 - 1h 47m
Air Date
October 07, 1996
Overview
YAU and KAM go to Hong Kong to kill KEUNG. As KEUNG is still at work, they kill CHOI, KWAN and HAK in his home. As there are some soldiers approaching, YAU and KAM escape. KEUNG is shocked by the scene as KWAN and the others were killed. Meanwhile, YIU's men also arrive and they shoot KEUNG. KEUNG is hurt and falls into the sea. LIK tries to flatter CHING so as to approach her. CHING does not like him. However her attitude changes as she discovers that LIK is also a kind man who is willing to spend time on visiting orphans frequently. LONG forces TUNG to accept the task by endangering HAU's life. When TUNG knows that HAU loves HOI, he changes his mind and protects HOI. LONG wants to kill HOI. HAU uses her body to protect him. She is shot and hurt.