Sparrow (2016)

Other name: 麻雀, Ma Que

Description:

Based on the famous novel of the same name by Hai Fei, Sparrow is a gripping historical drama set in Shanghai during the turbulent republican revolution. The story follows Chen Shen, a deeply embedded secret agent operating under the watchful eye of Special Operations Executive Director Bi Zhongliang. While navigating this high stakes environment, Chen Shen must execute dangerous missions in secret. He is part of an elite, covert network of undercover agents known as sparrow, a highly classified espionage initiative similar to the program zero in Japan. As political tensions rise in Shanghai, Chen Shen has to balance his deadly duties with his survival under the suspicious gaze of Bi Zhongliang. This intense series delivers a thrilling look into the shadows of the revolutionary time, where trust is a luxury and a single mistake can lead to death. Sparrow offers a masterclass in suspense, showcasing the dangerous life of double agents fighting for their beliefs during a pivotal moment in history.

Director: Zhou Yuan Zhou [周远舟] and Jin Chen [金琛]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2016

Genre:Drama; Historical; Romance; Suspense