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First aired: March 22, 2026 Runtime: 26 min Rating: 2.0/10 Drama

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Live up to Your Youth (2026) puts the Drama vibe up front, focused on tone, character beats, and a clean story drive. The pacing is measured, relying on a few strong moments rather than constant escalation. The cast, featuring Bai Yu, Zhang Ruonan, and Lin Yun, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 2.0/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.

Live up to Your Youth (2026)

Also known as: Live up to Your Youth

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First aired: March 22, 2026 Runtime: 26 min Networks: CCTV-8, iQiyi

Cast: Bai Yu, Zhang Ruonan, Lin Yun, Wang Yanlin, Song Jiateng, Alvin Cao

In 1990s Beijing, a small inn bears witness to the lives of a group of young men and women who have come from all corners of the country, to chase their dreams in the city. Xu Shengli, obsessed with scriptwriting, never gives up despite constant rejection. Singer Zhuang Zhuang, yearning to perform on prestigious stages, can only make a living through commercial gigs. Shen Ranran, hoping to play leading roles, faces opportunities and tough choices in the flashy entertainment industry. Talented cellist Tao Liangliang plays under overpasses, pursuing his musical dreams. Guo Zongbao, a background actor and an artist at heart, juggles odd jobs in order to treat his wife and children's illnesses. Painter Cao Ye struggles in a world that does not understand him. They work tirelessly for their dreams, yet reality is always cruel and unyielding. As the new millennium arrives, some continue to persevere while others are forced to give up, but the flame of art never dies in their hearts.