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Justifiable Defense

Series Overview

Senior prosecutor Duan Hongshan from the city prosecutor's office is tasked with handling a case involving a woman accused of killing her abusive husband. Young prosecutor Fang Lingyuan from the provincial office is assigned to assist. As they investigate, they discover connections to a case from Duan’s past. Guided by facts and legal principles, they navigate complex issues of justice, sentiment, and law to reach an accurate conclusion in the case.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

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Original Network
iQiyi
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 15 Episodes

45 min per episode

Air Date Window

2025 – 2025

Premiered: Wed, Jul 9, 2025

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jul 15, 2025

Season 1, Episode 15: “Episode 15”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Li Yunliang

Screenplay & Story

Jia Dongyan, Wu Yao

Department Leadership Roster

Li Yunliang

Li Yunliang

Director

Jia Dongyan

Jia Dongyan

Writer

Wu Yao

Wu Yao

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Justifiable Defense.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Justifiable Defense

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What is Justifiable Defense about?

Senior prosecutor Duan Hongshan from the city prosecutor's office is tasked with handling a case involving a woman accused of killing her abusive husband. Young prosecutor Fang Lingyuan from the provincial office is assigned to assist. As they investigate, they discover connections to a case from Duan’s past. Guided by facts and legal principles, they navigate complex issues of justice, sentiment, and law to reach an accurate conclusion in the case.

How many seasons does Justifiable Defense have?

Justifiable Defense comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Justifiable Defense?

Key cast members in Justifiable Defense include Gao Ye, Zhang Luyi, Bai Jingting, Zhang Xinyi, Zhang Bojia.

Who created or directed Justifiable Defense?

Justifiable Defense was developed and directed by Li Yunliang.