Entertainment
Production concludes in Beijing on fantasy series 'VIII: Awakening'
The 24-episode drama marks KC Global Media Asia's first original production in China.
The short version
- Filming has wrapped in Beijing for the fantasy adventure series 'VIII: Awakening.'
- The project represents KC Global Media Asia's first original production in China, produced alongside CICC and Shanghai Qi'Ai Film & TV Culture.
- KC Global Media Asia will oversee international distribution for the 24-episode midform series.
- Specific broadcast platforms and international release dates have not yet been announced.
Key facts
- Filming for the debut season of 'VIII: Awakening' has concluded in Beijing with 24 15-minute episodes produced.[Variety]
- The series is KC Global Media Asia's first original production based in China, with the company managing international sales.[Variety]
- The production is a joint project between China Intercontinental Communication Center (CICC) and Shanghai Qi'Ai Film & TV Culture Co., Ltd.[Variety]
- The series is directed by Yu Ji, executive produced by Andy Kaplan and George Chien, with production design by Meng Xun, and stars Zhang Wan Ying, Leo Zhou, and Nick Shan.[Variety]
What remains uncertain
- Release dates, streaming platforms, and broadcast networks for both domestic and international markets have not been disclosed.[Variety]