The Red
红色
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In 1937, the Japanese imperialists launched a brutal war of aggression against China. Xu Tian was a color-blind accountant in Shanghai with military training who decided to stay close to his mother after the death of his father. After an accident involving a group of patriots led by a friend of his late father, he was touched by the patriotic spirit. He used his sharp mind to help the patriots transporting important materials, which also drew the attention of Japanese occupying the city to himself. During this period, he befriended Jin, a conman-turned-businessman and Tielin, a police officer working in the Shanghai French Concession. At the same time, pharmacist Tian Dan rented a room in Xu's house after losing her parents in an incident Xu was deeply involved. On the backdrop of the national crisis, people were living their intertwined lives with their own agenda, be it for revenge, for duty, for self-interest, or for ideology.
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Where does The Red rank today?
The Red is #3379 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream The Red online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama and war & politics series originally produced in Chinese and released in 2014, it's earned a solid 7.6/10 from 5 viewers worldwide.
About The Red
In 1937, the Japanese imperialists launched a brutal war of aggression against China. Xu Tian was a color-blind accountant in Shanghai with military training who decided to stay close to his mother after the death of his father. After an accident involving a group of patriots led by a friend of his late father, he was touched by the patriotic spirit. He used his sharp mind to help the patriots transporting important materials, which also drew the attention of Japanese occupying the city to himself. During this period, he befriended Jin, a conman-turned-businessman and Tielin, a police officer working in the Shanghai French Concession. At the same time, pharmacist Tian Dan rented a room in Xu's house after losing her parents in an incident Xu was deeply involved. On the backdrop of the national crisis, people were living their intertwined lives with their own agenda, be it for revenge, for duty, for self-interest, or for ideology. Across 1 season and 48 episodes.
The Red Cast and Characters
The cast features Tao Hong (as 田丹), Zhang Luyi (as 徐天), Liu Min, Zhou Yiwei (as 铁林), and Mark Lee (as 金爷). Their performances are a major reason The Red has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Red Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch The Red free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full series in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch The Red NowWhy People Are Watching The Red
There's a reason The Red keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Chinese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Red
Where can I watch The Red online for free?
You can watch The Red online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Red have?
The Red has 48 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Red good? What's the rating?
The Red holds a 7.6/10 rating based on 5 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Red?
The main cast includes Tao Hong, Zhang Luyi, Liu Min, and Zhou Yiwei, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Red available in Chinese?
Yes — The Red was originally produced in Chinese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Red released?
The Red first aired in 2014.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Red for free?
You can watch The Red online for free on Bowood.TV. All 48 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does The Red have?
The Red currently has 1 season and a total of 48 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Red about?
In 1937, the Japanese imperialists launched a brutal war of aggression against China. Xu Tian was a color-blind accountant in Shanghai with military training who decided to stay close to his mother after the death of his father. After an accident involving a group of patriots led by a friend of his late father, he w… It belongs to the Drama, War & Politics genres.
In which language is The Red originally available?
The Red was originally produced in ZH. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original ZH audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Red first released?
The Red first premiered on August 28, 2014 (2014). The series has since concluded its run.
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