In the Name of People

In the imagined city of Jingzhou, a dogged prosecutor joins forces with a seasoned anti corruption officer to pull at the threads of a sprawling corruption case. They sift through a maze of officials, investigators and power brokers, chasing leads that threaten to topple careers and bend institutions. As they press deeper, the case tests their judgment and loyalties, forcing them to weigh justice against personal risk. The show frames its investigation against a climate of political intrigue, where allies may not be what they seem and every breakthrough comes with a price. With every confrontation, the line between right and wrong grows thinner, and the characters must decide how far they’ll go for truth. The pace rarely slows.

Directed by Li Lu, this 2017 Chinese drama features a strong cast led by Lu Yi and Zhang Fengyi. The series leans into tight pacing and courtroom style storytelling to illuminate the murky edges of power in a municipal landscape.

Critics have praised its grounded tone and the sharp handling of ethical conflicts under pressure. The drama probes justice versus loyalty, and shows how ambition can blur lines that keep institutions functioning, without overplaying melodrama. It also balances procedural detail with character driven moments that linger after each scene consistently.

This title's portrayal of anti corruption and political maneuvering resonated with audiences, sparking discussions about governance and accountability beyond the screen. Its realistic, non sensational approach influenced another wave of Chinese political dramas and gave viewers a reference point for how power operates in city politics in online discussions today.

There are no widely reported major award nominations or wins for this title. It earned positive notices from critics and fans for its performances and storytelling, but formal recognition in major awards seems limited or unrecorded. Some critics highlighted the ensemble cast and Li Lu's restrained direction as strengths.