Synopsis
The intellectuals who founded modern China clash, debate, and quietly change a nation in the years leading up to 1921.
What makes The Awakening Age worth watching
One of CCTV's most acclaimed historical productions.
The Awakening Age represents a strong example of china drama from the 2021 production cycle. Chinese 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 Historical elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Yu Hewei, Zhang Tong, Zhang Wanyi. It originally aired on CCTV, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch The Awakening Age online
You can currently stream The Awakening Age on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki 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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