A Life for a Life (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Series · ★ 7.1
Released in 2025, A Life for a Life is a crime and drama series.
What it’s about. In the early 1990s, Du Xiangdong, a top student at the police academy, was reluctantly assigned to a detention center. When two suspects under his supervision unexpectedly escaped, it sparked Du Xiangdong's relentless pursuit that spanned over 20 years.
Who’s in it. A Life for a Life stars Qin Hao as Du Xiangdong, Han Geng as Xu Wenguo, Zhong Chuxi as Liu Fenfang and Shi Pengyuan as Yao Binbin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, A Life for a Life has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Life for a Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Life for a Life tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Lucifer and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Life for a Life (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Life for a Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Life for a Life worth watching?
- A Life for a Life holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Life for a Life?
- A Life for a Life stars Qin Hao, Han Geng, Zhong Chuxi, Shi Pengyuan and Lin Boyang.
- When was A Life for a Life released?
- A Life for a Life was released in 2025.