Back From the Brink
A Youku Original
Tian Yao is a dragon spirit who was betrayed by the one he trusted and left powerless after losing his dragon bones. He crosses paths with Yan Hui, a bold, independent young woman who might hold the means to restore his strength and renew his belief in love. As their bond grows, hints of a larger... Read more
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About Back From the Brink
Tian Yao is a dragon spirit who was betrayed by the one he trusted and left powerless after losing his dragon bones. He crosses paths with Yan Hui, a bold, independent young woman who might hold the means to restore his strength and renew his belief in love. As their bond grows, hints of a larger secret surface about Yan Hui and her true origin. Their uneasy alliance pulls them into dangerous schemes and surprising revelations that test trust and resilience. Though the future remains uncertain, their choices hint at a larger destiny beyond personal healing. Visuals mix mythic imagery with modern textures to create a dreamlike tone.
Released in 2023, Back From The Brink is directed by Sam Ho Shu-Pui, Cheng Lu, Zeng Xiaoyu, and Han Ping. It is created by Wen Yan and Jiu Lu Fei Xiang. The production blends high fantasy visuals with intimate character moments, using sparse dialogue and crisp action sequences.
As of now there are no major awards or nominations announced for Back From The Brink. The production has drawn attention for its striking visuals and the strong ensemble led by Hou Minghao and Zhou Ye, but hasn’t secured notable accolades yet. Behind the scenes, interviews emphasize a collaborative approach and careful attention to practical effects.
Initial reactions describe a moody mythic drama that weighs power, trust, and longing against personal loss. The story leans on betrayals and loyalties while keeping characters grounded through strong performances and a clear emotional throughline. The series sits at 7.412 from 17 votes. Viewers may be drawn to the moral questions raised by power and loyalty, and to the scars that shape each choice.
As a 2023 release, Back From The Brink has yet to leave a broad cultural footprint. Early fan discussions focus on visuals, martial design, and the potential directions for the story, with viewers teasing comparisons to other mythic fantasies.
Details
- Release Date
- May 09, 2023
- Episode Length
- 43m
- User Ratings
- 17 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 40
- Network
- Youku
- Status
- Ended
- Genres
- Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Country
- China
- Studio
- Perfect World Pictures +3 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Hou Minghao
Tian Yao
Zhou Ye
Yan Hui
Riley Wang
Bai Xiaosheng
Maggie Chen
Xuan Ge
Zuo Ye
Feng Qianshuo
Kenny Kwan
Zhang Lan / Chen Yi
Ken Chang Tzu-Yao
Ling Xiao
Zhang Kaiying
Huan Xiaoyan
Pema Jyad
Fu Yin
Long Zhengxuan
Ling Fei
Director: Sam Ho Shu-Pui, Cheng Lu, Zeng Xiaoyu, Han Ping
Created by: Wen Yan, Jiu Lu Fei Xiang
Seasons (1 season, 40 episodes)
Season 1
40 episodes - 2023