Generation to Generation
2026 Chinese television series
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Generation to Generation (Chinese: 江湖夜雨十年灯) is a 2026 Chinese Wuxia television series written by Shao Si Han, directed by Lü Haojiji, and starring Zhou Yiran and Bao Shangen. The series is adapted from the web novel Ten Years of Lamplight in the Rainy Nights of Jianghu by Guanxin Zeluan, the series follows the interactions between a young master and female disciple as they navigate the internal conflicts and history of the martial arts world. The series premiered on Tencent Video on February 22, 2026.[1]
| Generation to Generation | |
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Promotional poster | |
| Traditional Chinese | 江湖夜雨十年燈 |
| Simplified Chinese | 江湖夜雨十年灯 |
| Literal meaning | Ten Years of Night Rain in the Jianghu |
| Hanyu Pinyin | Jiānghú Yè Yǔ Shí Nián Dēng |
| Genre | |
| Based on | Ten Years of Jianghu Night Rain by Guanxin Zeluan |
| Directed by | Lü Haojiji |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | China |
| Original language | Mandarin |
| No. of episodes | 30 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Li Xing |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Tencent Video |
| Release | February 22, 2026 – present |
Synopsis
The series follows Cai Zhao, a disciple of the Qingque Sect, and Mu Qingyan, a young master investigating his family's history. The narrative centers on their attempts to resolve historical conflicts between different martial arts factions while uncovering secrets involving their respective lineages.[2]
Cast and characters
Main
- Zhou Yiran as Mu Qingyan / Chang Ning[3]
- The "double-faced" young master of the Demon Sect who survived a family massacre. He is characterized by a calm and reserved exterior that masks a persistent and calculating nature as he works to uncover the truth behind his family's past.
- Bao Shangen as Cai Zhao[3]
- A disciple of the Qingque Sect described as a "Buddhism-like" (foxi) female warrior. She is characterized by her transparent and free-spirited personality, preferring a detached and peaceful lifestyle while navigating the disputes of the martial arts world.
Supporting
- Yu Jiacheng as Song Yuzhi
- Fan Jingyi as Qi Lingbo
- Bian Tianyang as Fan Xingjia
- Yan Yuchen as Dai Fengchi
- Yuan Wenkang as Qi Yunke
- Li Yuan as Yin Sulian
- Lu Shan as Ning Xiaofeng
- Jing Chao as Cai Pingchun
- Duan Yu as Yang Xiaolan
- Yang Hewen as Ding Zhuo
- Wang Lu as Xue Youfu
- Xiang Xia as Master Song
- Paul Che as Yan Xu
- Qi Hang as Old Ning
- Liu Runming as Zhou Yuqi
- Huang Zhenyu as Zeng Dalou
- Nick Shan as Shangguan Haonan
- Cheng Hongxin as You Guan Yue
- Peter Sheng as Nie Zhe
- Krystian Wang as Li Min
- Zhao Yingbo as Lei Xiu Ming
- Li Mu Feng
- Huai Wen
- Li Xi Yuan
- Chen Si Yi as Xing Er
Guest roles
Production
Development
The series was officially announced on June 19, 2023, during Tencent Video's annual press conference. The production is an adaptation of a novel Ten Years of Lamplight in the Rainy Nights of Jianghu by Guanxin Zeluan, who previously written The Story of Ming Lan and Love Like the Galaxy. General director Lü Haojiji and screenwriter Shao Sihan previously collaborated on The Double; Lü's portfolio also includes the 2015 series Go Princess Go. Guo Feng is the co-director and Li Xing is the producer.[4]
Casting
In June 2024, the production team confirmed Zhou Yiran and Bao Shangen as the lead actors.[5] A secondary announcement on October 18, 2024, disclosed the supporting cast and guest performers, including Peter Sheng, Wan Peng, and Li Yunrui.[4]
Filming
Principal photography took place at Hengdian World Studios and in Sichuan province. The series officially wrapped production on January 14, 2025.[6]
Release
The series released on Tencent Video and its international platform, WeTV, on February 22, 2026.[7][8]
Controversy
In July 2025, a stunt double using the pseudonym "Dog Tail" alleged she sustained a serious head injury during filming in September 2024. She stated the injury was caused by equipment failure and that the production team did not provide medical care or compensation in the following ten months.[9]
