Original Sin

2018·Show
25Episodes in1Season
74
GoodGoodWatch score

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Original Sin fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Family Dynamics5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor2
  • Satire & Parody1

World

Crime, mystery, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

While growing up, Chi Zhen (Ronald Zhai) learns all the necessary skills and tricks to survive in a harsh world. He becomes an unscrupulous lawyer, but is caught by the police for a crime and sent to jail. Lu Li (Andrew Yin), on the other hand, is the top student of the police academy. When he starts working as a police officer, he manages to solve several big cases in a few years time only and is thus appointed as the chief of his police station. Four years later, the released Chi Zhen is on his way to become a successful businessman while Lu Li is trying to find hints in a mysterious case. Fate brings Chi Zhen and Lu Li eventually together, and while they start out as opponents, they later become partners and friends who even put their lives in each other’s hands.
Crime ThrillerPolice ProceduralLegal DramaBuddy Cop DynamicsMoral AmbiguityPsychological IntrigueCharacter-DrivenIntricate PlotSuspenseful

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Original Sin

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Where can I stream Original Sin legally?

Original Sin is included with a subscription to Rakuten Viki in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Rakuten Viki. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Original Sin worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Original Sin rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Original Sin have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 25 episodes.

When did Original Sin air?

It ran from 2018 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is Original Sin in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.

In how many countries can I watch Original Sin?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Original Sin in 28 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Original Sin use?

Abusive ParentsAction GirlAlmost KissAmicable ExesAmoral AttorneyAsshole VictimBuddy Cop ShowThe CitySympathetic MurdererPocket ProtectorSins of Our FathersRevengeand 11 more

TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for Original Sin, including Abusive Parents, Action Girl, Almost Kiss.

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