A Journey Called Life (2008)

A Journey Called Life - Series Information

• Original Title: 金石良緣
• First Air Year: 2008
• Last Air Year: 2008
• Type: TV Series
• Genres: Drama
• Number of Seasons: 1
• Number of Episodes: 20
• Status: Ended
• Original Language: CN
• Spoken Languages: Cantonese
• Networks: TVB Jade
• Production Companies: TVB
• Production Countries: Hong Kong
• Alternative Titles: A Journey Called Life (US)

A Journey Called Life - Plot

A Journey Called Life is a TVB modern drama series broadcast in March 2008. This is also one of the few TVB series that TVB has produced that dealt with real life issues and scenarios. It's a series that involved both morals and life's lessons. The entire series featured problems that teenagers and young adults have been dealing with over past decade, including drugs, abortions, rape, family trust and relationships, money and greed.

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A Journey Called Life - Cast & Crew

Main Cast

• Linda Chung Ka-Yan
• Steven Ma Chun-Wai
• Kent Cheng Jak-Si
• Raymond Cho Wing-Lim
• Fala Chen
• Elaine Yiu
• Wong Ka-Lok
• Angelina Lo
• Mary Hon Ma-Lee
• Samuel Kwok Fung

A Journey Called Life - FAQs

What serious topics does A Journey Called Life explore?

The series tackles a wide range of difficult real-life issues affecting teenagers and young adults, including drug use, abortion, rape, family trust, relationship breakdowns, and the corrupting influence of money and greed. It stands out among TVB productions for its unflinching approach to these social themes.

Is A Journey Called Life based on a true story?

Not a single true story, but the series draws heavily from real-life social issues that have affected Hong Kong youth over the decades. Its grounded, documentary-like approach to topics such as drug abuse and family dysfunction gives it a strong sense of authenticity rarely seen in TVB dramas.

Where can you watch A Journey Called Life?

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Who are the main actors in A Journey Called Life?

The series features a strong ensemble cast led by Linda Chung Ka-Yan as Sze Ka-Ka and Fala Chen as Shing Mei-Sam (Vicky), alongside Steven Ma Chun-Wai, Kent Cheng Jak-Si, Raymond Cho Wing-Lim, Elaine Yiu, Wong Ka-Lok, Angelina Lo, Mary Hon Ma-Lee, and Samuel Kwok Fung.

What makes A Journey Called Life unique among TVB dramas?

It is one of the very few TVB productions to confront controversial social issues head-on rather than softening them for mainstream audiences. By weaving moral dilemmas and life lessons into its storylines, it carved out a distinctive identity as a socially conscious drama within the TVB catalogue.

How many episodes does A Journey Called Life have?

A Journey Called Life consists of 20 episodes across a single season. The series aired on TVB Jade in March 2008 and has since concluded, offering a complete, self-contained story that covers its social themes within that episode count.

What language is A Journey Called Life in?

The series is spoken in Cantonese, reflecting its Hong Kong production roots. It was produced by TVB and broadcast on TVB Jade, making it part of the rich tradition of Cantonese-language drama that has defined Hong Kong television for decades.

What shows are similar to A Journey Called Life?

If you enjoy its blend of family drama and social commentary, you might appreciate Parenthood, Brothers and Sisters, or The Secret Life of the American Teenager, all of which explore relationships, moral challenges, and coming-of-age struggles with a similarly grounded, emotionally honest approach.

More About A Journey Called Life

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