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 36

Season 1 - Episode 36 - 1h 47m

Air Date

October 21, 1996

Overview

HAU gathers two thousand dollars after selling her property. She buys HOI back from the circus. JO, TUNG and KIT bring a doctor to give HOI treatment but it is not certain whether HOI can recover or not. HAU does not want others to be involved. She persuades them to return to Shanghai. HOI walks in the street and finds a gambling stall. He is interested in gambling. HAU worries about him. LAM regains his consciousness. YIU sends LIK to kill him. As they cannot find LAM, YIU sends his people to chase after him. LAM and KI go to get the evidence proving YIU guilty of killing LAM’s father. YIU’s people arrive and kill LAM. Though LIK wants to stop the tragedy but he is late. CHING misunderstands LIK, thinking that he has killed LAM. LIK is unable to make CHING believe him. YIU is so cunning that he announces LIK as the one who killed LAM. KEUNG warns LIK that he should be more careful.