9 Chinese Dramas About School Life in the 90s, A Favorite Among Viewers for Their Relatable Stories

A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT (2021): Xia Xiao Ju must adapt to a new school just before the national exams. In the process, she finds a supportive group of friends and a whole new world. Although she initially struggles to adjust, she ultimately finds love and the meaning of true friendship.

STAND BY ME (2018): Luo Qi Qi grows up in the 90s with a school life full of ups and downs. She must face academic pressure leading up to university entrance exams while harboring feelings for her old friend, Zhang Jun. This drama captures the awkward, funny, and sincere emotions typical of an irreplaceable teenage experience.

WIND DIRECTION (2024): Cheng Miao Miao and her sister, Cheng Ya Ya, are teenagers growing up in an oil field worker environment in the 1990s. As their family moves to Heping Town, they face various challenges, from failed adventures to friendship crises.

REOPEN MY JOURNALS (2023): This drama follows the story of Qian Jia Yue, an outstanding student who is accepted into an elite school but faces academic pressure. She plans to confess her love to her neighbor, Xiao Han, but fails.

NEVER GROW OLD (2020): Set in a small environment called Xiaoji in the 90s, this drama portrays supportive intergenerational relationships. With a backdrop of simple living, the characters learn about the meaning of family, love, and friendship in the simplicity of small-town life.

MOMENTS OF YOUTH (2022): Chen Ting, nicknamed "Sick Cat", decides to go against her father's wishes by secretly changing her major from culinary arts to automotive. At Xicheng Technical School, she finds like-minded friends. With innovative spirit, they strive to revive classic bicycles as a symbol of youthful memories.

THE OLD DREAMS (2021): This drama tells the story of Chen Yi Duo and Bi Lai Fu, two childhood friends who grew up together since the early 90s. They compete in academics but support each other in their dreams. Over time, both become involved in the rapidly growing automotive industry in 1998.

BACK IN TIME (2014): This series depicts the life of teenagers born in the 1980s during the late 20th century. Chen Xun, Zhao Ye, and Qiao Ran are three friends who experience school life filled with laughter, mischief, and first love.

GIVE ME A CHICK AT 18 (2018): Set in early 1990s Beijing, this drama highlights the journey of Qiu Shui, a young man struggling to face the turbulence of youth. Along with his mischievous friend, Kong Jianguo, he learns about love and responsibility. Come on, read articles about other Chinese drama recommendations on Kapanlagi.com. If not now, when, KapanLagi?