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.
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 40 episodes
- 1S1 E1
Episode 1
Sep 2, 199647 min
KEUNG meets LIK in Pak Lok Mun. He tells LIK that he is going to leave Shanghai. However KEUNG is lurked at the entrance, he is gunned down by assassins. All happened seven years ago... KEUNG and HOI arrive at Shanghai. HOI comes to save h
- 2S1 E2
Episode 2
Sep 3, 199647 min
KEUNG finds LIK in his house. As LIK is seriously injured, KEUNG sends him to hospital immediately. KEUNG takes no action against PING. The duel between YIU and HOI is approaching. Everyone is nervous. YAU has no confident in HOI. CHO and K
- 3S1 E3
Episode 3
Sep 4, 199647 min
HOI appoints YAU as his assistant. Thinking that HOI is blind, YIU looks down upon him. HOI wins the first game. In the second game, YIU instructs his henchmen to make noise to distract HOI but his trick does not work. However HOI is shocke
- 4S1 E4
Episode 4
Sep 5, 199647 min
In order to flatter YAU. KAM kidnaps KWAN. NGOR comes to get KWAN back. KEUNG releases her and accompanies her home. On the way, KWAN tells KEUNG her unpleasant experience in the past. KEUNG calms her down. In order to threaten HOI, NGOR be
- 5S1 E5
Episode 5
Sep 6, 199647 min
CHING dates KEUNG but KEUNG does not turn up. CHING is disappointed. LIK is unhappy. LAM tricks the others and makes a big trouble. Luckily he is saved by KEUNG. He makes apologies as he accepts KEUNG's advice. TSANG lusts for WAN's charm.
- 6S1 E6
Episode 6
Sep 9, 199647 min
HAU goes to kill HOI for NG. HOI asks HAU to give him three days to find the real killer. Three days later, HOI is still unable to find the killer. CHIU and CHUNG are unhappy as HAU does not take immediate action. They lead people to attack
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?
- Once Upon a Time in Shanghai is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of Once Upon a Time in Shanghai are there?
- Once Upon a Time in Shanghai has 1 season and 40 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?
- Once Upon a Time in Shanghai has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on October 25, 1996.
- Who stars in Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?
- Once Upon a Time in Shanghai stars Adam Cheng Siu-Chow, Pat Poon, Sunny Chan Kam-Hung, Carol Cheng, Gordon Lam Ka-Tung.
