The Early Spring (2026)
The Early Spring is streaming in the US on Netflix.
The verdict
The Early Spring lands among the stronger Chinese series on offer right now. It holds an 8.2/10 on TMDB from 11 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. In the US you can stream it on Netflix.
FilmyChill data: reached streaming in the US 15 days after its theatrical release, on Netflix.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — Chinese drama, not one for younger kids. Only 11 people have rated it, so treat that 8.2 as an early signal rather than a verdict.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
New to Beijing, Shang Zhitao crosses paths with Luan Nian, a true creative genius. Bold and open-hearted, she grows stronger step by step and gradually breaks through the defenses around Luan's guarded heart. Drawn to each other, they find themselves caught in an intense, on-again, off-again relationship in the urban jungle. To love is to summon all your courage and leave no regrets, to heal each other, and to grow together. But when love and her career pull her in different directions, she puts her career first.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | TV-14 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Chinese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Where to watch in the US
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-10 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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