“Promise” will premiere exclusively on iQIYI on February 8, where you’ll discover the everyday joys of ordinary lives.

The TV series “The Promise” is produced by iQIYI, with Wen Haojie serving as the chief planner. It is co-directed by Qian Xuan, Ju Xingmao, Ding Wei, Xia Xiaoyun, Liu Shuqiao, Sun Jun, Wei Lizhou, and Wang Wei, and stars Li Xuejian, Dong Yong, Lu Yi, Qiao Shan, Yu Menglong, Han Haolin, and others in the leading roles. This major‑themed online drama was approved by the National Radio and Television Administration. The work comprises six stories—“New Year’s Eve Dinner,” “Youthful Ambition,” “An Extraordinary Summer,” “Yearning,” “Everlasting Youth,” and “A Bowl of Duck Blood Vermicelli Soup”—collectively titled “The Promise,” symbolizing that achieving a moderately prosperous society in all respects by 2020 is a cherished commitment between the Party, the state, and the people.
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The anthology format highlights a variety of emotional expressions.

“Promise” is largely inspired by true stories, with each tale woven together by a series of small promises—some made between the protagonist and old friends, others with family, and even with strangers. The six stories explore themes of family, love, and friendship, offering diverse perspectives to reveal the sense of fulfillment that comes from honoring one’s commitments—to oneself, to others, and to the nation. 
This highly meaningful TV series boasts an impressive lineup of stars. Each episode is packed with A-list talent, making it well worth looking forward to!
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With picturesque landscapes and clear waters, it adds the finishing touch to the artwork.
Color serves as an overt expression of the film’s psychology, subtly evoking emotions and resonating with the audience’s inner world. This time, the Zhu brothers contributed to the film’s post-production, working on the “Yearning” segment. Set largely in mountainous regions, the color grading adopts a yellow‑green tonal palette, while shifting between cool and warm hues to enhance the natural landscapes in tandem with the narrative’s evolving mood.
It is worth noting that the film comprises six distinct episodic stories, collaboratively produced by multiple post-production studios. To ensure flawless broadcast, the six companies ultimately entrusted the final quality‑control process to the Zhu brothers, working together to safeguard the work’s standards. “The Promise” is China’s first web series created to commemorate the centenary of the Communist Party of China and the achievement of a moderately prosperous society in all respects. Despite countless revisions and rounds of communication during post‑production, thanks to our unwavering dedication, we remain confident that happiness will surely arrive as promised.
Peering into the everyday lives of ordinary people, this series offers a multi‑dimensional perspective on the “promise” of happiness, amplifying viewers’ nostalgia for the social changes and progress of our times. Tune in to iQIYI starting February 8—new episodes drop twice weekly, Mondays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM, with six episodes available early to members. The series will also launch globally on iQIYI’s international platform, taking you on a journey through bustling streets and neighborhoods via six heartwarming stories of moderate prosperity.