35 minSeason 2 • Episode 30
LatestThe story revolves around Shang Jie, the overly critical head of a crime investigation team; Xia Ying, a forensic examiner who is completely engrossed with her profession; Li Xue Kai, a detective and a good tracker; Song Mi, an innocent and ditsy analyst and Ying Ming, a second-generation rich who works as a criminal psychologist. The five form an unlikely team as they are the rejects of the department, yet through teamwork and dedication, they succeed in solving the most unusual murder cases.
Acting
Zhang Lingxin's obsessive Xia Ying steals every autopsy scene.
Writing
True crime adaptations with satisfyingly twisted resolutions.
Production
Surprisingly gross practical effects for 2018 Chinese TV.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The series adapts real cases from Chinese forensic pioneer Wang Xuemei's career, though her name was changed for legal reasons.
The 'rejects unite' premise subtly critiques China's rigid police hierarchy—unusual for state-approved crime dramas of that era.
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