Synopsis
In a 1988 Taipei hostess bar, a murder slowly poisons every relationship inside.
What makes Light the Night worth watching
One of Netflix Taiwan's biggest originals.
Light the Night represents a strong example of taiwan drama from the 2021 production cycle. Taiwanese studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Drama and Mystery elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Ruby Lin, Yo Yang, Cheryl Yang. It originally aired on Netflix, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Light the Night online
You can currently stream Light the Night on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Netflix — see all Netflix Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
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