Top 10 Unmissable Chinese Movies About Innocent and Dreamy High School Days

Our Warm Youth is a Chinese web drama released in April 2019, adapted from the novel of the same name by author Zhao Qian Qian. The story follows the journey of Su Duo Ma, a final-year accounting student, and the brilliant student, Gu Wei Di.

As they live and work together, the two gradually let go of their biases, finding new paths in life and career through mutual support and encouragement, eventually leading to love. They graduate together, search for new jobs, and realize that the most heartwarming moments come from being with the right person, doing the right things at the right time. During Su Duo Ma's toughest, most painful, and lowest moments, Gu Wei Di is always there to gently care for her. Over time, Su Duo Ma finds herself falling for him.

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• Genre: Youth, Romance
• Episodes: 24
• Director: Zhu Dong Ning
• Cast: Lin Yi, Xing Fei, ..

The Best Part of Us, also known as 'With You,' is a 2016 Chinese high school drama adapted from the novel by Ba Yue Chang An. The story follows the lives of Jing Jing, Yu Huai, and their friends during their high school years, capturing the beauty of youth.

The Best Part of Us has been widely praised for its honest portrayal of student life and is considered one of the best Chinese high school dramas. The chemistry between the lead actors, Liu Hao Ran (Yu Huai) and Tan Song Yun (Jing Jing), has left a lasting impression on audiences. The success of the drama also helped boost the popularity of the actors involved, bringing them even more recognition.

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• Genre: Youth, Romance, Idol
• Episodes: 24
• Director: Liu Shang
• Cast: Liu Hao Ran, Tan Song Yun, ...

Go Ahead is a heartwarming story about three children who grow up together in an unconventional family. Instead of being bound by blood, their bond is forged by genuine love and care for one another. Despite facing many challenges, they find happiness and a colorful, fulfilling childhood in their new family.

The siblings, who grew up like childhood sweethearts, are later confronted with emotional hurdles due to unresolved issues in their biological families. Despite the turmoil, they overcome the struggles with the unshakable support of their loving, chosen family.

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• Genre: Family, Youth, Drama
• Episodes: 40
• Director: Ding Zi Guang
• Cast: Song Wei Long, Tan Song Yun, Zhang Xin Cheng, Du Tung Yan, Sun Yi, ...

Class Leader Extraordinaire follows the imaginative and quirky Diệp Mộc Thê, who unexpectedly becomes the class president. Her childhood friend, the multi-talented Liêu Đan Dịch, is appointed vice president of studies. Despite their very different personalities, fate binds them together in a class full of underachieving and eccentric students.

When they both enter high school, Diệp Mộc Thê is elected class president, with Liêu Đan Dịch as her vice president. Though they constantly bicker like sworn enemies, their friendship grows stronger, and they both come to realize that there is a deeper, unspoken connection between them.

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• Genre: Psychological, Romance, Comedy, School Life
• Episodes: 36
• Director: Shen Wen Shuai
• Cast: Huang Jun Jie, Li Kai Xing, ...

The Girl We All Pursued is considered the film that sparked a wave of youth-themed movies, winning numerous awards and achieving massive box-office success. The film is adapted from the novel of the same name by Jiu Ba Dao, who also directed it.

The story follows Shen Jia Ni (played by Zheng Shuang), a talented and beautiful girl who attracts the attention of many boys, with Kha Jing Dang (played by Kris Wu) standing out among them. The Girl We All Pursued resonates deeply with young audiences, especially those who have experienced the ups and downs of youth. The film captures the struggles of tough exams, first love, and the complex emotions of joy and frustration. Although the two leads ultimately do not end up together, the memories and emotions of their youth leave a lasting impact, reminding viewers of their own unforgettable experiences during that time.

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• Genre: Romance, Drama, School Life
• Duration: 109 minutes
• Director: Jiu Ba Dao
• Cast: Zheng Shuang, Kris Wu, Xu Lu, Yao Chen, ...

I'll Wait for You in the Future tells the story of 36-year-old college lecturer He Hui Qui, who returns to the past and becomes a homeroom teacher for a senior class. Here, he meets his 17-year-old self, Liu Da Zhi. Is this a blessing or a curse? He Hui Qui wants to change his life, but encountering his younger self at 17 is not as simple as it seems. Once an ordinary man, He Hui Qui finds himself driven to the edge by the overwhelming pressures of life.

Though He Hui Qui is rebellious and brash, his 17-year-old version is fearless, full of youthful passion. Life experiences can change a person, and as he reflects on his vibrant school days with friends, the 36-year-old He Hui Qui comes to realize his own worth, rediscovering the essence of who he once was before the harsh realities of life dulled his spirit.

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• Genre: Romance, Youth, School Life
• Episodes: 36
• Directors: Xie Lang, Zhang Chao Li
• Cast: Li Guang Qie, Fei Kai Ming, Sun Tian, Tan Wen Lai, Cu Di, ...

Silent Love: Guo Sheng, Hoai Nam is the third installment in the high school series, 'Zhenhua High,' adapted into a film. The story centers on the characters, Lac Chi and Thinh Hoai Nam, who were first introduced in 'The Best Thing in Our Youth.' This film captures the essence of youthful love and the intensity of unrequited feelings.

Lac Chi is the top student in the literature department at Zhenhua High School. Admired by juniors, she is known as a graceful, intelligent, and pretty senior. Secretly, Lac Chi harbors feelings for Thinh Hoai Nam, the brilliant student in the science department. However, due to her shy personality, no one knows of her affection for him. Watch the film to discover how their unspoken love story unfolds!

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• Genre: Drama, Romance, School Life
• Episodes: 38
• Director: Li Mu Jia
• Cast: Ho Bang Khanh, Ho Nhat Thien, Na Cat Ma, Luu My Ham, ...

First Love Innocence is an adaptation of a Thai film by the same name, featuring a talented young cast including Lai Quan Lam, Wang Bo Wen, Wang Run Zhe, Tang Qian Ba, and Zhao Jin Mai. The story, full of youthful charm, simplicity, and appeal, quickly gained popularity.

Though the original script is from Thailand, this film carries the essence of Chinese romance and campus life, aligning perfectly with the trend of recent Chinese dramas. The story is inspired by the Thai hit film, 'First Love,' which revolves around a Cinderella-like romance. With its heartwarming elements, this film captures the current trends and tastes of audiences.

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• Genre: School Romance, Drama, Psychological, Romance
• Episodes: 36
• Director: Ciu Ba Dao
• Cast: Lai Quan Lam, Wang Bo Wen, Wang Run Zhe, Tang Qian Ba, Zhao Jin Mai, ...

To the Beautiful, Simple Times We Had is a popular Chinese school drama adapted from the novel by Zhao Qian Qian. Premiering in late 2017, the show quickly became a sensation, creating a buzz across both Chinese and Vietnamese forums.

The story revolves around two childhood sweethearts, Trần Tiểu Ky (played by Thẩm Nguyệt) and the proud Giang Thần (played by Hồ Nhất Thiên), who lose each other and later reunite. Tiểu Ky has secretly fallen for Giang Thần, her classmate and neighbor, and despite his initial rejection, she doesn't give up. With her playful and youthful charm, Tiểu Ky manages to capture Giang Thần's attention, and eventually, he starts to notice her more.

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• Genre: School, Romance
• Episodes: 23
• Director: Dương Long
• Cast: Thẩm Nguyệt, Hồ Nhất Thiên, ...

Adapted from the novel by Bát Nguyệt Trường An, Hello, That Old Time! is considered the sequel to the popular series The Best of Us. The story continues to explore love, friendship, and teacher-student relationships at the Chấn Hoa High School.

The main character, Dư Châu Châu (played by Lý Lan Địch), is a math prodigy with an optimistic and cheerful personality, the epitome of the “perfect child” in her family. However, contrary to her family’s expectations, she decides to pursue a career in the arts. This shift from science to the arts presents many challenges for her. Yet, she soon discovers joy in overcoming these obstacles, forming new friendships, and reconciling with her loved ones.

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• Genre: School, Romance, Teacher-Student Relationship, Friendship
• Episodes: 30
• Director: Sa Mạc
• Cast: Sa Mạc, Trương Tân Thành, Lý Khiên, ...