Series synopsis
Love Story in the 1970s, also known as 纯真年代的爱情 is a Chinese drama television series that premiered on CCTV-8 on February 21, 2026. It ended on March 4, 2026. It stars Arthur Chen, Sun Qian, Guo Xiaoting and Wang Tianchen.
In 1970s China, Fei Ni, a hardworking factory girl, enters a fake marriage with Fang Muyang to secure housing and chase her dream of attending college. Through shared struggles and quiet moments, their bond deepens into real love as they pursue a brighter future together.
Premise
In 1970s China, Fei Ni, a hardworking factory girl, enters a fake marriage with Fang Muyang to secure housing and chase her dream of attending college. Through shared struggles and quiet moments, their bond deepens into real love as they pursue a brighter future together.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Arthur Chen as Fang Muyang
- Sun Qian as Fei Ni
- Guo Xiaoting as Fang Mujing
- Wang Tianchen as Qu Hua
- Simon Shi as Fei Ting
- Xia Haoran as Ye Feng
- Li Shuman as Ling Yi
- Guo Weijie as Lin Mei
Supporting cast
Guest cast
- Liu Mintao
- Wu Yue
- Zheng Zhongyu
- Xu Meiling
- Gu Hengrui as Young Fang Muyang
- Wang Hongli as Teenage Fang Muyang
- Hao Wenting
- Feng Xueya as Teenage Feng Ni
- Qian Jie
- Zhang Zhenlei as Editor Liao
- Ma Yue as Fu Boquan
- Xiu Qing
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 29 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 29 | February 21, 2026 | March 4, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 In 1975, factory worker Fei Ni's college dreams are crushed again. When Fang Muyang returns home and is injured saving others, she volunteers to care for him, recognizing him from her past and unknowingly linking their futures. |
February 21, 2026 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Fei Ni diligently cares for the unconscious Fang Muyang, slowly uncovering pieces of his life through his belongings. As others begin to compete for recognition, Fei Ni’s own hopes for college remain uncertain. |
February 21, 2026 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Struggling with doubt, Fei Ni seeks advice from her former teacher and questions whether her efforts can truly change her fate. Despite financial strain, she continues to support Fang Muyang’s rehabilitation. |
February 21, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CCTV-8 |
|---|---|
| First aired | February 21, 2026 |
| Last aired | March 4, 2026 |
| Status | ended |