Road to Success (2026)

Other name: As Bright as the Stars , Bright as Stars , Can Ru Fan Xing , Narrow Road , Shining like Stars , Xia Lu , 燦如星星 , 狭路 , 狹路

Description:

In the inspiring sports drama Road to Success, Ph.D. student Lin Wan Xing returns to her hometown and takes a job as a sports equipment custodian at Hongjing No. 8 High School. Soon, she is tasked with the difficult challenge of reviving the school's disbanded football team. When the team suffers a crushing defeat, Lin's mysterious tenant, Wang Fa, who is a former British football club coach, steps in to lead them to victory. Lin convinces Wang Fa to become their permanent coach and works alongside him to resolve player conflicts. Though past wounds briefly drive a wedge between them, Lin and Wang Fa eventually reconcile. As the tournament finals and college entrance exams approach, they must unite to help the team overcome academic hurdles and chase their athletic dreams. Adapted from the web novel Xia Lu by Chang Er, this drama is a story of hope and redemption.

Episodes: 32

Duration: 45 min.

Content Rating: 13+ - Teens 13 or older

Airs On: Jul 5, 2026 - ?

Producer: iQiyi

Director: Gia Lee

Country: Chinese

Status:Ongoing

Released: 2026

Genre:life; Psychological; Romance; Sports