The Stand-in
Series Overview
Deng Sidi, is a poor rickshaw driver working in Guangzhou. Desperate to make more money so he can afford eye treatment for his girlfriend Ah Chun, he takes on a job from Ou Shuyun, the rebellious daughter of the Guangdong inspector-general and a supporter of revolutionary Chen Shaobai. To Sidi’s surprise, his job is to pretend to be Li Chongguang, the son of businessman Li Yutang. However, he was never told that Chongguang was killed. In order to prevent Yutang from discovering the truth, Ou Shuyun arranges for Sidi to become Chongguang’s replacement. All seems to be well until Shuyun’s father discovers that his daughter is in a relationship with Chen Shaobai and tries to cover it up by forcing Chongguang and Shuyun to get married. This is a drama adaptation of the 2009 Hong-Kong film "Bodyguards and Assassins"
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 60 Episodes
45 min per episode
2014 – 2015
Premiered: Fri, Jun 27, 2014
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 60: “Episode 60”
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lin Lisheng
Lin Lisheng
Department Leadership Roster
Lin Lisheng
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What is The Stand-in about?
Deng Sidi, is a poor rickshaw driver working in Guangzhou. Desperate to make more money so he can afford eye treatment for his girlfriend Ah Chun, he takes on a job from Ou Shuyun, the rebellious daughter of the Guangdong inspector-general and a supporter of revolutionary Chen Shaobai. To Sidi’s surprise, his job is to pretend to be Li Chongguang, the son of businessman Li Yutang. However, he was never told that Chongguang was killed. In order to prevent Yutang from discovering the truth, Ou Shuyun arranges for Sidi to become Chongguang’s replacement. All seems to be well until Shuyun’s father discovers that his daughter is in a relationship with Chen Shaobai and tries to cover it up by forcing Chongguang and Shuyun to get married. This is a drama adaptation of the 2009 Hong-Kong film "Bodyguards and Assassins"
How many seasons does The Stand-in have?
The Stand-in comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Stand-in?
Key cast members in The Stand-in include Wallace Chung, Liu Xiaoxiao, Wu Gang, Richard Ng Man-Tat, Zhang Xiaolong.
Who created or directed The Stand-in?
The Stand-in was developed and directed by Lin Lisheng.