I. Introduction
Kidnapping Game is a 2020 Chinese streaming television series that premiered on iQiyi on June 2, 2020. It is directed by Zang Xichuan, and stars Zhu Yawen, Gina Jin, Geng Le and Liu Yijun. It is adapted from Keigo Higashino's detective thriller with the same name. It is the first drama as part of iQiyi's Light On Theater. The cast was announced on Jun 1. A surprise premiere was announced for June 2, 2020 just 2 hours before its premiere.
II. Synopsis
Yu Hai (Zhu Yawen), an owner of a game cafe, is suddenly divested by Shen Hui (Liu Yijun). He accidentally meets Shen Hui's illegitimate daughter Lu Jie (Gina Jin) and the two conspire the fake kidnapping of Lu Jie as revenge against the cruel businessman. The two fall in love, but after they successfully receive the ransom, they part. Days later, Lu Jie is found dead, and Yu Hai must find the truth behind her murder.
III. Trailer
IV. Episodes
V. OSTs
VI. Reception
The drama has collected the scores of 7.1 on Douban, 9.1 on iQiyi, 6.8 on IMDB &, 7.9 on Mydramalist.
VII. Awards & Nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | The Actors of China | Female Actor in a Television Drama | Gina Jin | Nominated |
