The Early Spring release schedule: A complete guide to new episodes

The Early Spring release schedule (Image via X/@YoukuOfficial)
A look at The Early Spring C-drama (Image via X/@YoukuOfficial)

The Early Spring has turned out to be the current fan-favorite C-drama, based on a popular web novel. The story follows two very different people who did not like each other at first, but as their professional journey continues, they end up getting closer and closer.

The C-drama premiered with two episodes, revealing that the female lead, Shang Zhitao, is a young woman who gets an unexpected opportunity to work at a top advertising agency in Beijing. She comes from a modest background, and as a newcomer, she struggles to find her place.

As if this wasn't enough, Shang Zhitao clashes with her brilliant but cold boss, Luan Nian, who even tells her to quit on her first day. It leaves her feeling vulnerable, but Shang Zhitao does not give up.

Instead, she takes on a quest to prove that she's capable enough to thrive in the competitive world. As she moves forward, Luan finally starts to respect her work and efforts, and their dynamic changes as they become secret lovers at the office.

Want to know more and when to watch the new episode? Explore below!


The Early Spring release schedule: Here's when you can watch new episodes of the C-drama

The stars of the show (Image via X/@YoukuOfficial)
The stars of the show (Image via X/@YoukuOfficial)

The Early Spring is the new C-drama stealing hearts, thanks to the chemistry between the cast members and the story about two professionals who fall in love in the most unexpected way. The Chinese drama is expected to have 24 episodes, with six already out for streaming.

So, here is the full episode release schedule of The Early Spring C-drama:

Episode NumberEpisode Release Date
Episodes 1-4August 26, 2026
Episodes 5-6August 27, 2026
Episodes 7-8August 28, 2026
Episodes 9-10August 29, 2026
Episodes 11August 30, 2026
Episodes 12-13TBA
Episodes 14-15TBA
Episodes 16-17TBA
Episode 18TBA
Episode 19TBA
Episodes 20-21TBA
Episode 22TBA
Episode 23TBA
Episode 24TBA

If you're in China or any other country, the primary platform to watch the C-drama is Youku. The platform offers VIP and SVIP plans, in which the express pass allows users to get early access to the episodes.

And if you don't have a Youku plan, don't worry. The Early Spring is also available to stream globally on Netflix. The platform follows the same release schedule as Youku's SVIP plan, so fans don't have to worry about the early access.

Netflix is offering limited audio options, with subtitles in various different languages. As for Youku, users can check whether these options are available or not.


The look into the cast and charcters of The Early Spring C-drama

The main cast members (Image via X/@YoukuOfficial)
The main cast members (Image via X/@YoukuOfficial)

Here's a look at the stars playing the key figures in the C-drama:

Jing Boran (Jing Bo Ran) as Luan Nian: He is a highly successful advertising executive known for his exceptional creative talent and sharp personality. Luan prefers to keep distance from others, which makes him look cold and mysterious.

When he first met Shang during her interview, Luan told her she was good for nothing. But once she steps into the company, he realizes how wrong she was.

Sun Qian as Shang Zhitao (Shang Zhi Tao): Her journey begins as an inexperienced graduate who enters the competitive advertising world. The only thing she carries with her is her determination to prove everyone, especially Luan, wrong.

Over time, she becomes a capable professional and later an independent entrepreneur. Alongside her career, Shang's relationship with Luan also grows. This makes her the heart of The Early Spring C-drama.

The supporting figures who complete the story include Liu Xiaobei (Liu Xiao Bei) as Sun Yuan Zhu,Qi Tianqing (Qi Tian Qing) as Sun Yu, Zhang Yezi (Zhang Ye Zi) as Lu Mi, Zhao Zhenyu as Tan Mian and more.


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Edited by Alisha Khan