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    Chinese Crime TV Shows

    The 40 most popular chinese crime TV shows, ranked. Click any show for ratings, reviews, trailers, and where to watch.

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    Who's the Murderer
    TMDB4.3

    Who's the Murderer

    2016 · CN

    The cast is introduced to the settings and suspects of a murder case for the new episode. The cast then chooses their role in the episode, as a particular suspect or the detective.

    Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty
    TMDB4.1

    Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty

    2022 · CN

    General Lu Lingfeng and Detective Su Wuming uncover supernatural mysteries and hidden conspiracies threatening the empire during Emperor Xuanzong’s reign.

    Detective Club
    TMDB4.0

    Detective Club

    2017 · CN

    No overview available

    Chasing the Undercurrent
    TMDB3.4

    Chasing the Undercurrent

    2022 · CN

    Chang Zheng, the vice captain of the criminal police brigade, is investigating a shooting case in a suburban villa and locks up the suspect Zhao Pengxiang. The second child of the Zhao family, an inspector who didn't want to be involved in the death of Zhao Pengcheng, then becomes a wanted criminal. With the help of a secret investigation team dispatched by the Ministry of Public Security to investigate the truth, Chang Zheng not only faces confrontation with his relatives and loved ones, but also discovers his real identity. In the end, he discards his affection and chooses justice, and cooperates with the secret investigation team of the Ministry of Public Security to arrest the criminal.

    The Knockout
    TMDB4.1

    The Knockout

    2023 · CN

    20 years of perseverance, hot-blooded teenagers finally become the people's hero.

    Secret of the Heart
    TMDB3.9

    Secret of the Heart

    1998 · HK

    Secret of the Heart is a 1998 TVB production that was first aired from February 16,1998 to May 10, 1998. The drama had a powerful roster that is made up of Gallen Lo, Felix Wong, Amy Kwok, Kathy Chow, Sunny Chan, Ada Choi, Jessica Hsuan and Nick Cheung. It won three TVB Anniversary Awards, including Best Actor for Gallen Lo, Best Actress for Ada Choi and Best On-Screen Improvement Award for Nick Cheung. The drama also received a late night hour rerun during 2003 and 2010. It was digitally remastered for the 2010 rerun.

    Detective Chinatown
    TMDB3.7

    Detective Chinatown

    2020 · CN

    Strange crimes occur in Thailand as the ranking for the world's best detective sees a shift. New detectives come into the picture to tackle three difficult cases.

    Ⅵ Group of Fatal Case
    TMDB4.1

    Ⅵ Group of Fatal Case

    2001 · CN

    Six very different but equally determined and dedicated police officers comprise a group specializing in serious criminal cases involving homicide, mafia activity, terrorism, drug trafficking, extortion, kidnapping, and robbery.

    Judge of Song Dynasty
    TMDB4.4

    Judge of Song Dynasty

    2005 · CN

    Stories of a judge who lives in the Song Dynasty of China and familiar with forensic pathology.

    Darker
    TMDB4.3

    Darker

    2014 · CN

    A series of serial killings is exposed and creates a stir among the public. A killer called "Darker" has been leaving a death notification card after killing scumbags who evaded the law. To counter the provocation of the mysterious killer, the police creates a special investigation team.

    Heroes in Sui and Tang Dynasties
    TMDB3.5

    Heroes in Sui and Tang Dynasties

    2013 · CN

    During the fall of the Sui Dynasty, warrior Qin Qiong and his friend Cheng Yaojin join a rebellion after rescuing Li Yuan. As uprisings spread, Qin Qiong helps Li Shimin rise to power, paving the way for the Tang Dynasty’s founding.

    Trident
    TMDB3.8

    Trident

    2020 · CN

    Cui Tiejun, Xu Guozhu, and Pan Jianghai, known as the Trident of the city police come together to fight crime.

    Born with Luck
    TMDB3.9

    Born with Luck

    2026 · CN

    Zhang Yi'ang, a veteran detective, is sent to Sanjiangkou to investigate a case but soon finds himself caught in a web of crime and corruption. While pursuing a powerful criminal network, he unexpectedly receives help from a group of bungling thieves, who inadvertently aid his mission to unravel the truth behind a murder.

    Under the Skin
    TMDB3.6

    Under the Skin

    2022 · CN

    Young artist Shen Yi's life changes when a commission leads to a police case gone wrong. Seven years later, he joins the Criminal Investigation Unit as a portraitist alongside Captain Du Cheng.

    Day and Night
    TMDB4.1

    Day and Night

    2017 · CN

    Twin brothers Guan Hongfeng and Guan Hongyu find themselves caught up in a brutal massacre that destroyed their family. As they face off against a shadowy criminal organization, they join forces with others to uncover the truth behind the 213 massacre.

    Burning
    TMDB3.6

    Burning

    2020 · CN

    Grandfather Gao Sihai, a forensic expert, faces wrongful accusations that impact his career and health. His son, Gao Jian, died while investigating an unsolved case, which is now questioned. Gao Feng, the grandson, becomes involved in the case and works to uncover the truth, facing numerous challenges along the way.

    Detective Ke Chen
    TMDB2.5

    Detective Ke Chen

    2019 · CN

    No overview available

    People's Justice
    TMDB3.6

    People's Justice

    2020 · CN

    At the commendation meeting of Dong Chuan province's "Top Ten Figures of the Rule of Law," He Shu Guo who is the director of the Second Prosecution Department suddenly comes face to face with the family members of a death row convict. In order to find out the truth, legal committee secretary Zhang You Cheng appoints Feng Sen as the leader of the prosecution team to investigate the case in depth. Feng Sen tries to do his job yet his unorthodox style of handling cases ignites several disputes. In the process of reopening an old case, layers upon layers of mist are gradually lifted to reveal a harsh truth. Feng Sen works with Luo Xin Ran of the Inspectorate Office as they stick to their professional ethics and refuse to cower in the face of threats, all in the name of maintaining authority of the law.

    Enemy
    TMDB4.2

    Enemy

    2021 · CN

    Spy couple live in their midlife crisis and are controlled by higher authorities based oversea. National security agency is chasing them and higher authorities is pushing them, where can the struggling couple go?

    The Thunder
    TMDB3.9

    The Thunder

    2019 · CN

    A father and son represent two generations of policemen as they risk their lives in the war against drugs.

    Always on the Move
    TMDB3.6

    Always on the Move

    2024 · CN

    No overview available

    The Long Season
    TMDB4.5

    The Long Season

    2023 · CN

    The 12-episode series follows Wang Xiang, an ex-train driver who had worked his whole life at the steel plant in a fictional small town in North China, as he attempts to solve the mystery behind a brutal murder during the autumn of 1998. For more than 20 years, the murder has haunted him and other people who worked at the steel plant as they struggled to come to terms with the loss they’ve experienced.

    Prosecution Elite
    TMDB3.5

    Prosecution Elite

    2023 · CN

    An Ni, a prosecutor of the Jiangcheng Procuratorate, was assigned by Chief Prosecutor Xu Ailin to handle the case investigating a missing college student who jumped off into a lake. She started with Zhao Jikai, the General Manager of Huiquan Games, and found connection between him and overseas organizations that promote bullying, leading to the arrest of the crime perpetrators. While Huiquan Games’ stocks price plummeted, Yin Huiquan donates to Jiangxiao Academy which would in turn corrupt minors in the guise of charity. The student Li Xiaowen and other victims come forward, publicly denouncing the unorthodox means of Jiangxiao Academy to control youngsters. An Ni presents solid evidences in the court, leading to the academy’s shut down and punishment of those who were involved. Yan Qin, who took over the Huiquan Games, misappropriated the funds to invest in the development of a copper mine. However, this investment venture was a Ponzi scheme by an online financial fraud gang.

    Storm Eye
    TMDB4.1

    Storm Eye

    2021 · CN

    A story about a team of agents is told from the perspective of An Jing and Ma Shang. Showing no fear in their mission to uphold justice, these officers work hard to protect national interests.

    Under the Moonlight
    TMDB3.7

    Under the Moonlight

    2025 · CN

    Luo Shu, a woman skilled in understanding human nature, teams up with magistrate Han Muzhi to solve a series of complex and mysterious cases. Along the way, she forms a bond with Qi Menglin, and together, they uncover hidden secrets and injustices, while a larger conspiracy looms in the background.

    Li Wei the Magistrate
    TMDB3.6

    Li Wei the Magistrate

    2002 · CN

    Li Wei, a low-born but clever man who, with the help of his confidante Yue Siying, uses his wit to win the emperor’s favor.

    The Golden Eyes
    TMDB4.0

    The Golden Eyes

    2019 · CN

    An ordinary man working at a pawnshop accidentally encounters an incident that affects his eyes and ignites changes in his life that start him on a tomb-raiding adventure.

    Parallel World
    TMDB4.0

    Parallel World

    2023 · CN

    The beautiful melon seller, Ye Liuxi, and the shadow puppet performer, Chang Dong, join forces to venture deep into the desert. One seeks to unravel the mystery of their origins, while the other aims to retrieve the remains of his deceased girlfriend. As they encounter numerous anomalies in the uninhabited area, they are led to the weathered Yumen Pass. They navigate between the Imperial Guards, Taoist Priests, and the Scorpion-Eyed, unraveling the truth amidst various enigmas, and gaining insights into true love through numerous life-and-death trials. The truth seems within reach, but they find themselves ensnared in an even larger conspiracy.

    The Truth
    TMDB3.2

    The Truth

    2026 · CN

    The Forensic Unit of the Yunxi City Police Department is where the most major and baffling cases converge. Led by Captain Leng Qiming, a team of young, sharp investigative minds—including Ye Qian, Si Yuanlong, Jiao Lei, and Zhang Ziwu—tackles each puzzle. As they peel back the layers of one bewildering crime after another, they expose not just the truth but the raw nature of those involved. Yet just when one mystery seems solved, another emerges from within it. Step by step, as the truth comes to light, so too does the real face of human nature.

    Light to the Night
    TMDB3.9

    Light to the Night

    2026 · CN

    In 1997, a disappearance inside an elevator pulls detectives He Yuanhang and Ran Fangxu into a twisted mystery. Facing doubt and confusion along the way, they press on to uncover the truth. As time moves on, they heal from life's uncertainties, hold fast to justice, and rise above hardship with resilience and hope.

    Dream
    TMDB3.0

    Dream

    2026 · CN

    Years ago, journalist Shen Leshui recorded the lives of workers at the Old La City Brewery. Now she returns to La City, picks up her camera again, and explores corners forgotten by time. Cao Jun, Tu Chunyan, Qian Yichuan, Cheng Youtian... These people, once the subjects of her lens, experience the rise and fall of fate in the torrent of time. Their stories are like riddles sealed by time. Moving between the past and the present, Shen Leshui uncovers these chapters of the past buried by time.

    Cold Hunt
    TMDB3.8

    Cold Hunt

    2026 · CN

    A bank heist shatters a city. A child trafficking ring resurfaces. Two collided timelines, crimes within crimes -- the hunt for truth knows no bounds.

    The First Shot
    TMDB4.0

    The First Shot

    2024 · CN

    In 1997, before the anti-drug bureau was established, Halan City in Northeast China formed a temporary elite team to tackle a sudden drug crisis. Despite their skills, they are unfamiliar with new drugs and must confront ruthless traffickers and devious smuggling methods while grappling with moral dilemmas and the tests of justice and humanity. United by their courage and determination, they create a stirring legend of fighting crime and corruption.

    We Are Criminal Police
    TMDB3.9

    We Are Criminal Police

    2024 · CN

    After graduating from the police academy, Qin Chuan and his friends return to their hometown as police officers, determined to pursue their dream of becoming detectives. Despite challenges, Qin Chuan’s career takes off when he proves his courage in a critical situation. Under the guidance of his superiors, he grows into a skilled detective, facing the weight of his responsibilities and the realities of the job.

    The Devil Between Us
    TMDB3.9

    The Devil Between Us

    2026 · CN

    In a quiet coastal town, a missing bag of drugs ignites a chain of chaos, pulling together a detective, a desperate father, an ambitious young woman, and two siblings caught in addiction. As their lives collide, a risky rescue mission begins—one that no one will walk away from unchanged.

    Age of Legends
    TMDB4.3

    Age of Legends

    2018 · CN

    Liu Ziguang, a man with no memory of the past eight years, returns to his hometown seeking a fresh start. Detective Hu Rong, driven and fearless, joins forces with him to take down a ruthless crime boss. As their bond deepens, buried secrets from Liu Ziguang's past threaten to complicate their mission and their relationship.

    Sunsets Secrets Regrets
    TMDB3.4

    Sunsets Secrets Regrets

    2026 · CN

    A mysterious body by the Tong River resurfaces clues to a five-year-old case, bringing together three childhood friends—now a criminal investigator, a detective, and an undercover agent. As they pursue the truth behind multiple unsolved crimes, they navigate hidden dangers and unravel deep conspiracies.

    Genuine Heroes
    TMDB4.0

    Genuine Heroes

    2025 · CN

    An anthology revealing the hidden stories behind significant cases, drawing inspiration from real-life heroes across five major legal and security institutions—public security, prosecution, courts, justice, and state security.

    Insect Detective
    TMDB2.2

    Insect Detective

    2020 · CN

    When a murder involving a deadly bullet ant puts him under suspicion, insect toxicology graduate Tan Jingtian teams up with a forensic doctor and police detectives to clear his name, uncover hidden truths, and track down a killer who has evaded capture for years.

    Being a Hero
    TMDB3.4

    Being a Hero

    2022 · CN

    Five years after his father's murder by a drug cartel, former officer Wu Zhenfeng reappears as a wanted suspect, earning the nickname "Addict Lord." Now a narcotics officer, his former best friend Chen Yu is determined to uncover the truth behind Wu's actions. As their paths collide, a high-stakes game of loyalty, deception, and hidden motives unfolds.

    About Chinese Crime TV Shows

    Chinese television

    Chinese television is built around costume drama and wuxia serials running to substantial episode counts, with a production scale that has few equivalents anywhere.

    Crime

    Crime is arguably television's defining genre, spanning the weekly procedural, the single-case anthology, and the sprawling organized-crime epic. The serialized form suits investigation better than film ever has.

    In this list

    Years covered
    1998–2026
    Often also
    Drama, Mystery, Action & Adventure
    Longest run
    11 seasons

    Common questions

    What are the best Chinese crime TV shows?
    By popularity across Flickfolio and TMDB, the top picks right now are Who's the Murderer, Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty, and Detective Club. The full ranked list of 40 sits above — open any show for ratings, reviews, and streaming availability.
    How is this list ranked?
    Chinese crime TV shows are ordered by overall popularity, which blends how often a title is viewed, searched, and logged. It updates as viewing habits shift, so the list reflects what people are actually watching rather than a fixed critical canon.
    Where can I watch these TV shows?
    Every show page lists current streaming, rental, and purchase options for your region, alongside community ratings and reviews from Flickfolio members.

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