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The Silver Chamber of Sorrows

2008Show1 season21 episodes

DramaFamily
60
DecentGoodWatch score

A tense, intriguing drama series about family and history.

Good for date night · friends night · binge-friendly

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

Sheung's Silver Chamber, the largest jewel company in Foshan, Guangdong Province China, is facing serious financial difficulties. In order to obtain a loan from Shum’s family, Sheung Hang (Paul Chun), owner of the Chamber, together with his primary wife, Choi Siu-Tip (Nancy Sit Ka Yin), plot to arrange marriage between Sheung Wan (Ng Wai Kwok), Hang’s younger brother, and Shum Wing-Tung (Winnie Young), daughter of Shum’s family. Fueled by hatred, Ching Sau-Hang (Christine Ng), Wan’s lover, marries Hang and ironically becomes Wan’s sister-in-law. Wan falls out with Hang, and opts to live abroad and disconnects from his family.

Feels like

  • Historical Family Drama
  • Business Intrigue
  • Power Struggles
  • Interpersonal Conflict
  • Social Commentary
  • Betrayal & Revenge
  • Traditional Setting
  • Character-Driven
  • Slow Burn Drama
  • Human Ambition

Cast

24 of 41 · most episodes first

Facts

April 28, 2008 · May 26, 2008 · Ended

First aired
April 28, 2008
Last aired
May 26, 2008
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 21 episodes
Genres
Drama, Family
Original language
cn
Made in
Hong Kong SAR China

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is The Silver Chamber of Sorrows worth watching?"

Questions about The Silver Chamber of Sorrows

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Silver Chamber of Sorrows worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60.

How long does it take to watch The Silver Chamber of Sorrows?

16 h

About 16 hours: 21 episodes in 1 season of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2008 to 2008.

Is The Silver Chamber of Sorrows good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Silver Chamber of Sorrows plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Silver Chamber of Sorrows in English?

cn

No, it was made in cn.