The Punishment: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

It tells the story of police officer Qin Feng as he engages in a battle of wits and will with criminal forces. Set against the backdrop of Hanzhou's rapid development, the script draws on a series of serious criminal cases to portray the complex relationships between the police, their families, and powerful interest groups. The main narrative centers on Qin Feng and Liu Tianye, two sworn brothers with no blood ties, exploring the depths of human nature and moral conflict. With a fast-paced plot and constant suspense, the story highlights the struggle between good and evil and the enduring power of faith in the rule of law.

Series details

• Title: The Punishment
• Format: Scripted
• Language: Chinese
• Genres: Drama, Action, Crime
• Premiere date: 2025-12-25
• Final broadcast date listed: 2026-01-09
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Web channel listed by TVmaze: iQIYI
• Typical episode runtime: 45 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 84266

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2025-12-25; final listed air date 2026-01-09; episode order: 40.

Source and licence

Adapted from The Punishment on TVmaze. The synopsis is reproduced as plain text; catalogue facts, cast and season records are selected and reformatted. This adapted text is available under CC BY-SA 4.0, following the TVmaze API licence. Network and web-channel credits identify the service listed in this source; they do not establish current streaming availability.