The much-awaited Chinese youth drama Our Generation made its grand debut on July 14, 2025, promising viewers an emotional and nostalgic journey through the lives of young adults. Set in the early 2000s, the series explores themes of love, friendship, personal growth, and ambition as it portrays how a close-knit group of friends navigate the ever-changing world around them.
A Heartfelt Coming-of-Age Story
Our Generation stars Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai, marking their second collaboration after their historical drama The Royal Princess. This time, the duo steps into a more contemporary setting, bringing to life a story that blends youthful innocence with the growing pains of adulthood.
Set in a rapidly modernizing China, the drama follows a group of friends from their high school days into college life, showcasing the emotional highs and lows, societal pressures, and internal conflicts that define this generation’s coming of age.
Plot Overview: A Tale of Enduring Bonds
The story centers on Lin Qi Le, affectionately known as "Cherry," played by Zhao Jinmai. Growing up in a peaceful mountain village during the early '90s, Cherry is surrounded by warmth, family, and lifelong friends. Her world changes dramatically when Jiang Qiao Xi (Zhang Linghe), a quiet and introverted boy with a brilliant mathematical mind, transfers to her school.
Though Qiao Xi keeps to himself, Cherry extends a hand of kindness and slowly, their friendship blossoms into a deep, unspoken bond. As the years pass, the two grow closer, but life has other plans. Cherry eventually leaves the village to pursue her dreams, while Qiao Xi unexpectedly moves to Hong Kong to care for a family member—leaving many questions and emotions unresolved.
Where to Watch Our Generation
Chinese viewers can catch the series exclusively on Youku. The global audience is in for a treat too, as Netflix is now streaming the show worldwide. Additionally, Our Generation is expected to release on Viki soon, with an official release date to be announced shortly.
Release Schedule & Timings
According to MyDramaList, Our Generation will release two episodes daily from July 14 to July 25, 2025, at 8 PM CST (China Standard Time).
Initially planned for 40 episodes, the series has now been trimmed to 24 episodes for undisclosed reasons, possibly to deliver a tighter, more focused storyline.
Final Thoughts
Our Generation is more than just a teen drama—it’s a reflection of a generation’s spirit, struggles, and dreams. With powerful performances by Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai, the show is expected to strike a chord with audiences across all age groups. Whether you're reliving your own youth or discovering the past through fresh eyes, this drama is set to offer a heartwarming and deeply relatable viewing experience.
A Heartfelt Coming-of-Age Story
Our Generation stars Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai, marking their second collaboration after their historical drama The Royal Princess. This time, the duo steps into a more contemporary setting, bringing to life a story that blends youthful innocence with the growing pains of adulthood.
Set in a rapidly modernizing China, the drama follows a group of friends from their high school days into college life, showcasing the emotional highs and lows, societal pressures, and internal conflicts that define this generation’s coming of age.
#OurGeneration is now streaming on Netflix with 2 episodes! Happy watching everyone. 🥹🩵#ZhaoJinmai #ZhangLinghe #CherryAmber pic.twitter.com/JvxhhgH4Nn
— iana 🍒 Our Generation era (@shilitaohua22) July 14, 2025
Plot Overview: A Tale of Enduring Bonds
The story centers on Lin Qi Le, affectionately known as "Cherry," played by Zhao Jinmai. Growing up in a peaceful mountain village during the early '90s, Cherry is surrounded by warmth, family, and lifelong friends. Her world changes dramatically when Jiang Qiao Xi (Zhang Linghe), a quiet and introverted boy with a brilliant mathematical mind, transfers to her school.
Though Qiao Xi keeps to himself, Cherry extends a hand of kindness and slowly, their friendship blossoms into a deep, unspoken bond. As the years pass, the two grow closer, but life has other plans. Cherry eventually leaves the village to pursue her dreams, while Qiao Xi unexpectedly moves to Hong Kong to care for a family member—leaving many questions and emotions unresolved.
Where to Watch Our Generation
Chinese viewers can catch the series exclusively on Youku. The global audience is in for a treat too, as Netflix is now streaming the show worldwide. Additionally, Our Generation is expected to release on Viki soon, with an official release date to be announced shortly.
Release Schedule & Timings
According to MyDramaList, Our Generation will release two episodes daily from July 14 to July 25, 2025, at 8 PM CST (China Standard Time).
Initially planned for 40 episodes, the series has now been trimmed to 24 episodes for undisclosed reasons, possibly to deliver a tighter, more focused storyline.
our generation releases youku china’s broadcasting schedule for the first 12 episodes
— Zhang Linghe 张凌赫 Archive (@linghearchive) July 14, 2025
it will be launched at 12:00 on July 14, 2025, exclusively broadcast on youku china
youku china VIP members will get 2 episodes at the first update, 2 episodes will be updated every day on… pic.twitter.com/NChi9y3sUP
Final Thoughts
Our Generation is more than just a teen drama—it’s a reflection of a generation’s spirit, struggles, and dreams. With powerful performances by Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai, the show is expected to strike a chord with audiences across all age groups. Whether you're reliving your own youth or discovering the past through fresh eyes, this drama is set to offer a heartwarming and deeply relatable viewing experience.
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