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One Child

2014·Show
4Episodes in1Season
52
MediocreGoodWatch score

One Child fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, family, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Mei, a young woman who was adopted from China as a baby, is dramatically pulled back into the land of her birth. As she embarks on a dangerous mission to save the brother she never knew, she is forced to confront the truth of who she truly is and what family really means.
Chinese ThrillerFamily DramaIdentity SearchUndercover MissionModern ChinaSuspensefulEmotional JourneyRedemption ThemesAdopted Protagonist

Crew

Directed by:
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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about One Child

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream One Child legally?

One Child is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is One Child worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is One Child rated?

ViolenceDrug use

Content advisories: violence and drug use.

How many seasons does One Child have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 4 episodes of about 120 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on One Child?

Critics60
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see One Child much the same way.

When did One Child air?

It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is One Child in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, China.

In how many countries can I watch One Child?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for One Child in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.