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The Promise of the Soul
2025·1 Season·12 Episodes·★ 7.3
Chinese original
After a fall swaps his soul into his grandson’s body, a 69-year-old man confronts college, queer romance, and the chaos of first love—all at once.
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Does this fit your time and taste?
A bigger-world series choice for viewers who want imagination, world-building, or a premise that opens up beyond everyday life.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who enjoy ongoing worlds, mythology, or high-concept storytelling.
Commitment
Compact commitment · 12 episodes
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Seasons
Season 1
12 episodes
2025
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