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Back From the Brink

TV Show 2023 43m/ep 7.4 /10 Ended
Youku A Youku Original
Directed by Sam Ho Shu-Pui, Cheng Lu, Zeng Xiaoyu, Han Ping

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

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Cast

Hou Minghao

Hou Minghao

Tian Yao

Zhou Ye

Zhou Ye

Yan Hui

Riley Wang

Riley Wang

Bai Xiaosheng

Maggie Chen

Maggie Chen

Xuan Ge

Zuo Ye

Zuo Ye

Feng Qianshuo

Kenny Kwan

Kenny Kwan

Zhang Lan / Chen Yi

Ken Chang Tzu-Yao

Ken Chang Tzu-Yao

Ling Xiao

Zhang Kaiying

Zhang Kaiying

Huan Xiaoyan

Pema Jyad

Pema Jyad

Fu Yin

Long Zhengxuan

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

Season 1

40 episodes - 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

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Back From the Brink has 1 season with a total of 40 episodes.

With a rating of 7.4/10 from 17 viewers, Back From the Brink is well-regarded and recommended by viewers.

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...

Back From the Brink stars Hou Minghao, Zhou Ye, Riley Wang, Maggie Chen, and Zuo Ye.

Back From the Brink was created by Wen Yan and Jiu Lu Fei Xiang.

Back From the Brink was released on May 09, 2023.

Back From the Brink is a Drama and Sci-Fi & Fantasy series.

Hou Minghao plays Tian Yao. Tian Yao is a dragon spirit who was betrayed by his lover and stripped of his dragon bones.

Zhou Ye plays Yan Hui. Yan Hui is a free-spirited young maiden who holds the key to helping Tian Yao regain his powers and faith in love.

Back From the Brink has 1 season with 40 episodes. The series has ended.

The drama follows Tian Yao, a dragon spirit betrayed by his lover and stripped of his dragon bones, as he teams up with Yan Hui to regain his powers and uncover her true origin. The show blends drama with science fiction and fantasy as their journey unfolds.