One Child

One Child (2014)

EndedScripted showDrama

How do you hang on to who you are in a perilous world you don't understand?

In SundanceTV's newest top tier limited series, Mei, a young woman who was adopted from China as a baby, is dramatically pulled back into the land of her birth. As she embarks on a dangerous mission to save the brother she never knew, she is forced to confront the truth of who she truly is and what family really means.

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 21:00 (90 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2déc. 6, 2014
S01E01Episode 1déc. 5, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'One Child' premiere?

'One Child' premiered on December 5, 2014.

Who created the TV show 'One Child'?

'One Child' was created by Guy Hibbert.

What is the genre of 'One Child'?

'One Child' falls under the genre of drama.

Where is the TV show 'One Child' set?

'One Child' is set in China.

Who portrays the main character in 'One Child'?

Katie Leung portrays the main character in 'One Child'.

What is the storyline of 'One Child'?

'One Child' follows the story of Mei, a young Chinese-born woman adopted by a British family, who embarks on a journey to discover her roots and desperate to save her brother from execution.

How many episodes does 'One Child' have?

'One Child' consists of two episodes.

Who played the character of Mei's brother in 'One Child'?

Harry Potter actor, David Yip, played the character of Mei's brother in 'One Child'.

What awards did 'One Child' receive?

'One Child' won the Royal Television Society Award for Best Single Drama.

Which actor played the role of Katherine in 'One Child'?

Elizabeth Perkins played the role of Katherine in 'One Child'.

What is the main theme explored in 'One Child'?

'One Child' explores the theme of identity and the cultural clash experienced by the main character, Mei.

Who produced 'One Child'?

'One Child' was produced by BBC Two and SundanceTV.

What is the running time of each episode of 'One Child'?

Each episode of 'One Child' has a running time of approximately 90 minutes.

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