description Addicted Overview
Addicted is a 2016 Chinese streaming television series centering on the developing relationship between sixteen-year-old boys Bai Luoyin and Gu Hai. The show initially aired for three episodes weekly from January 29, 2016 until February 23, 2016, before being halted by authorities due to its LGBTQ themes. This marked a significant event in the Chinese film and television industry’s regulation of content.
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| Country | People's Republic of China |
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Why was Addicted stopped before finishing its story?
Addicted, also known as Heroin, was pulled from Chinese streaming platforms in 2016 after official pressure around its same-sex relationship storyline. The abrupt halt left the drama without a conventional completed adaptation ending.
Who plays Gu Hai and Bai Luoyin in Addicted?
Gu Hai is played by Huang Jingyu, also known as Johnny Huang. Bai Luoyin is played by Xu Weizhou, also known as Timmy Xu.
What novel is Addicted based on?
The series is based on Chai Jidan's boys-love web novel usually translated as Are You Addicted? or Addicted. The show focuses on Gu Hai and Bai Luoyin as schoolmates whose relationship becomes increasingly intimate.
When did Addicted first air?
Addicted began streaming in China on January 29, 2016. Its run was cut short in February 2016, which is why fans often discuss missing or unaired material.
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