Back In Time (Chinese TV series)
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| Based on | "Cong Cong Na Nian" by Jiu Ye Hui |
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| Directed by | Yao Tingting |
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| Ending theme | "A Road" by
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| Country of origin | China |
| Original language | Mandarin |
| No. of episodes | 16 |
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| Production location | China |
| Running time | 50 minutes |
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| Network | Sohu |
| Release | 4 August – 29 September 2014 |
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| Fleet of Time | |
Back In Time (Chinese: 匆匆那年) is a 2014 Chinese television series based on the novel "Cong Cong Na Nian" by Jiu Ye Hui. [1] The series stars newcomers Yang Jue, He Hongshan, Bai Jingting, Cai Wenjing, and Du Weihan.[2][3] On 4 August 2014, the television adaptation premiered on Sohu. The series depicts five classmates as they navigate love, friendship, and the challenges of maturing. The film version Fleet of Time was released in Beijing on 30 July 2014.[4]
Plot
Chen Xun, Fang Hui, Qiao Ran, Lin Jiamo, and Zhao Ye are classmates at Experimental Middle School. They first crossed paths through a mix-up but soon became close friends. Chen Xun and Fang Hui develop a mutual crush, though Qiao Ran also harbors feelings for Fang Hui. Meanwhile, Zhao Ye likes Jiamo, but she is drawn to the captain of Zhao Ye’s basketball team. Eager to chase love, the five friends face the unexpected twists and turns of life. Despite promising to stay together forever, reality ultimately pulls them apart. Their shared memories remain, lasting only as a part of their fleeting youth.[5]
Casts
| Cast | Role | Note |
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| Yang Jue | Chen Xun | Handsome and an excellent student, popular on campus. He’s close to Qiao Ran and Zhao Ye. |
| He Hongshan | Fang Hui | Introverted and sensitive yet unwavering in love. |
| Bai Jingting | Qiao Ran | He has a kind, gentle personality and radiates warmth. He’s close to Chen Xun and Zhao Ye.[6] |
| Cai Wenjing | Lin Jiamo | A transfer student with a bright demeanor. Carefree on the surface, but tender-hearted underneath.[7] |
| Du Weihan | Zhao Ye | A loud, playful member of the basketball team. She’s close to Chen Xun and Qiao Ran. |
| Wu Yongliang | Zheng Xue | |
| Qin Yu | Chen Xiaotang | A graceful, talented law student admired by all |
| Wang Zheng | Su Kai | Outgoing and caring captain of Experimental High’s basketball team. |
| Su Xin | Song Ning | Chen Xun's laid-back yet devoted college roommate |
| Fang Wenqiang | Wang Senzhao | Chen Xun's sincere college roommate from Shandong. |
Reception
The series has been praised for its well-crafted script, realistic characters, and impressive cinematography.[8] It garnered over 400 million views within a month of its release.[9]
Soundtrack
| Title | Artist | Ref. |
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| A Road | Bai Jingting, Yang Jue, Du Weihan | [10] |
| A Strand | Bai Jingting | |
| I Hope | Yang Jue | |
| I Just Like Girls Like You | Du Weihan |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Awards | Category | Results | Ref. |
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| 2014 | Hengdian Film and Television Festival | Best Web Drama | Won | [11] |
| 2015 | The 3rd China Online Audiovisual Conference | Outstanding Online Audiovisual Works (Online Drama Group) |
Won | [12] |
References
- ^ "《匆匆那年》85后导演姚婷婷：在一代人的回忆里致敬青春". news.sina.com.cn. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ HOME, CPOP (2022-11-20). "Back in Time - Yang Le, He Hongshan". CPOP HOME. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "《匆匆那年》电视剧完胜电影 翻拍剧妆容大pk_时尚_腾讯网". fashion.qq.com (in Chinese (China)). Archived from the original on 2021-08-14. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "《匆匆那年》最强死党团"合体"首映式 天后王菲现身红毯 倪妮要嫁冯绍峰 – Mtime时光网". news.mtime.com. Archived from the original on 2014-12-09. Retrieved 2025-08-16.
- ^ skimmedmilkdrama, Kate- (2016-03-19). "[Drama Thoughts] Back In Time 匆匆那年: First-Ever 'Second Lead Syndrome' + Interpretation of Main Loveline". SkimmedMilkDRAMA. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ Janezellll (2023-11-10). "Bai Jing Ting: The versatile Chinese star lighting up the screen". Annyeong Oppa. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ thanhnien.vn (2022-06-04). "Mỹ nhân "Năm tháng vội vã" - Thái Văn Tịnh diện áo yếm gợi cảm". thanhnien.vn (in Vietnamese). Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "4 Ways The C-Drama "Back In Time" Stands Out In Dramaland". Soompi. 2018-01-23. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "Giải mã sức hút của NĂM THÁNG VỘI VÃ, NAM THANG VOI VA". kenh14.vn (in Vietnamese). 2014-10-02. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "he lead actor of "Fleeting Time" was revealed, the warm-hearted Bai Jingting amused the audience". 2017-12-14. Archived from the original on December 14, 2017. Retrieved 2024-11-23.
- ^ "横店影视节落幕 《匆匆那年》斩获"最佳网络剧"-搜狐娱乐". yule.sohu.com. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
- ^ "互联网大咖反思"网剧热" IP过火让成本失控？--传媒--人民网". media.people.com.cn. Archived from the original on 2021-08-03. Retrieved 2025-08-15.
External links
- Back In Time at IMDb
- Back In Time on Weibo (in Chinese)
- Back In Time at Douban (in Chinese)
- Back In Time in Sohu TV