Once Upon a Time in Shanghai

tv show

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40 total episodes

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1 seasons

First Aired September 02, 1996

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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.

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Episode 33

Season 1 - Episode 33 - 1h 47m

Air Date

October 16, 1996

Overview

LIK and CHING go to Tienjin for their honeymoon trip. LIK is jealous of KEUNG and CHING tries to flatter him and make him trust her. When CHING knows that LAM has an accident, she returns to Shanghai immediately. LIK worries and is aware that YIU is a hypocrite who eats his words without a second thought. There is a strike organized by students who accuse YIU as the one who kills LIK. YIU organizes workers in the printing factory to strike to work against the students. His work is criticized by other people. YIU is sick. When LIK gets wind that the bank may meet financial difficulties, he makes precautions to overcome them. YIU appreciates LIK's work. YIU wants to control the situation again by diverting his enemies’ attention. He lets KEUNG know that YAU should be responsibility by his wife's death. YAU is frightened. HOI rushes to stop KEUNG.