Series

The Lead

★ 9.2(4)20261 season

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Good to know

Creator: Zhang Yimou, Li Shaofei, Chen Yan
Release date: 2026-05-10
Language: Mandarin
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 48
Network: CCTV-1, Tencent Video
Status: Ended
Country: China
Studio: 中国中央电视台（重复）

About The Lead

The Lead is a 2026 web series in the Drama genre, created by Zhang Yimou, Li Shaofei and Chen Yan, starring Zhang Jiayi, Liu Haocun and Qin Hailu. It spans 1 season and 48 episodes, and originally aired on CCTV-1 and Tencent Video. It holds an average rating of 9.2/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Lead in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Yi Qin'e is taken to the cultural troupe by her uncle Hu Sanyuan to learn to sing Qinqiang Opera. From then on, her life unfolds with ups and downs. She achieves glorious artistic accomplishments, yet also experiences a profound sense of loneliness beyond ordinary people's comprehension.

Seasons (1)

Season 148 eps · 2026

Cast

Zhang Jiayi

Hu Sanyuan

Liu Haocun

Yi Qin’e

Qin Hailu

Hua Caixiang

Shawn Dou

Liu Hongbing

Zhai Zilu

Feng Xiaoxiao

Wang Xiaochen

Mi Lan

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookchinese operachinese culture

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Lead in Belgium?+

The Lead is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Belgium. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Lead on Netflix?+

The Lead is not on Netflix in Belgium right now.

How many seasons of The Lead are there?+

The Lead has 1 season and 48 episodes in total.

Who stars in The Lead?+

The Lead stars Zhang Jiayi, Liu Haocun, Qin Hailu, Shawn Dou and Zhai Zilu.

When did The Lead come out?+

The Lead is a 2026 web series created by Zhang Yimou, Li Shaofei and Chen Yan.

What genre is The Lead?+

The Lead is Drama series.

Who created The Lead?+

The Lead was created by Zhang Yimou, Li Shaofei and Chen Yan.

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