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Contenders

20251 seasonJu Xingmao

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In the late 1940s, the Shanhai Gang rises as a key force in the local Chinese community. Retired leader Cheng Hui returns to rebuild the gang amid external threats, internal power struggles, and colonial interference, shaping its fight for survival and legacy.

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What is Contenders (2025) about?

In the late 1940s, the Shanhai Gang rises as a key force in the local Chinese community. Retired leader Cheng Hui returns to rebuild the gang amid external threats, internal power struggles, and colonial interference, shaping its fight for survival and legacy.

Who stars in Contenders?

Contenders stars Wei Zi (Cheng Hui), Yang Xuwen (Liu Zhendong), Wang Ziwei (Cheng Nanping), Yue Lina (Hong Yan), Eason Hung Chun-Ga (Huang Zhongxin). The series was created by Ju Xingmao.

How many seasons does Contenders have?

Contenders has 1 seasons. There are 49 episodes in total.

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