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Series · 2025 – 2026 · Crime

The Punishment

★9.2 2025 – 2026 2 Seasons TV-MA

In a rapidly developing Hanzhou, police officer Qin Feng and his sworn brother Liu Tianye face off against dangerous criminals while grappling with deep moral dilemmas and the complicated ties between family, power, and justice.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 40 episodes

Episode 1

Episode 01

Episode 1

Dec 25, 2025 · 45 min

In 2008, Hu Xiaoyue, a police captain, dies under suspicious circumstances. His mentor Ye Tianyou returns to Hanzhou to uncover the truth, starting with a case Hu Xiaoyue was investigating.

Episode 2

Episode 02

Episode 2

Dec 25, 2025 · 45 min

In 1990, young Qin Feng nearly confronts the Zhao family who killed his parents. Adopted by Madam Wen, he grows up navigating dangerous loyalties and shadowy dealings.

Episode 3

Episode 03

Episode 3

Dec 25, 2025 · 45 min

In 2002, Xu Li reports a sexual assault, and Qin Feng uncovers that all may be connected to criminal mastermind Luo Bo. Ye Tianyou officially takes his post as police chief.

Episode 4

Episode 04

Episode 4

Dec 25, 2025 · 45 min

Xu Li attempts suicide as Qin Feng and Lao Mai rush to her aid. They also save Liu Tianye and Wen Jiangyong from danger, intensifying their pursuit of justice.

Episode 5

Episode 05

Episode 5

Dec 25, 2025 · 45 min

Qin Feng, Lao Mai, and Hu Xiaoyue discuss Xu Li’s suspicious teacher. Meanwhile, power struggles escalate as criminals manipulate Longwan’s business dealings.

Episode 6

Episode 06

Episode 6

Dec 25, 2025 · 45 min

Qin Feng suspects a police mole as power cuts and missing surveillance hint at sabotage, raising stakes in the investigation.

Episode 7

Episode 07

Episode 7

Dec 26, 2025 · 48 min

Lao Mai takes responsibility for an assault case to protect his team. Qin Feng tracks criminal Ye Siyuan meeting with Luo Bo.

Episode 8

Episode 08

Episode 8

Dec 26, 2025 · 42 min

Qin Feng investigates a money-laundering hub with Wang Tao and Bian Jing, persuading a hesitant ally to act swiftly.

Episode 9

Episode 09

Episode 9

Dec 27, 2025 · 46 min

Qin Feng visits the imprisoned Lao Mai, learning Xu Li’s case is neglected. Luo Bo tests loyalty with a symbolic orchid.

Episode 10

Episode 10

Episode 10

Dec 27, 2025 · 46 min

A tangled web of crime, family, and police unfolds as Qin Feng and Liu Tianye navigate loyalty, law, and personal stakes.

Episode 11

Episode 11

Episode 11

Dec 28, 2025 · 46 min

Wen Bo celebrates a tech competition win. Qin Feng fails to save Wang Tao’s mother in time, highlighting the cost of duty.

Episode 12

Episode 12

Episode 12

Dec 28, 2025 · 42 min

Qin Feng and friends endure grueling training, paralleling the search for a fugitive who threatens Longwan’s fragile order.

Episode 13

Episode 13

Episode 13

Dec 29, 2025 · 46 min

Qin Feng starts at Gutang Town Police. Undercover operations and surveillance hint at a criminal hideout.

Episode 14

Episode 14

Episode 14

Dec 29, 2025 · 46 min

A casino raid by Ye Tianyou and team captures a key suspect; Hu Xiaoyue nearly mistakes his mentor for a criminal.

Episode 15

Episode 15

Episode 15

Dec 30, 2025 · 41 min

Trust is built as Lao Mai lets Su Hongbao visit his dying father. He Biao targets Liu Tianfei, escalating tension.

Episode 16

Episode 16

Episode 16

Dec 30, 2025 · 42 min

Lao Mai and Hu Xiaoyue deliver grim news to Su Hongbao. Qin Feng probes casino links to corruption.

Episode 17

Episode 17

Episode 17

Dec 31, 2025 · 43 min

Lao Mai begins prison sentence, protected by allies. Liu Tianye struggles with fatherhood amidst chaos.

Episode 18

Episode 18

Episode 18

Dec 31, 2025 · 45 min

Ye Tianyou, Qin Feng, and Hu Xiaoyue pick up Lao Mai from prison, uncovering past injustices and corruption.

Episode 19

Episode 19

Episode 19

Jan 1, 2026 · 43 min

Qin Feng and Hu Xiaoyue set up Lao Mai with a taxi job. Liu Tianye expands his business, blending personal stakes and crime.

Episode 20

Episode 20

Episode 20

Jan 1, 2026 · 42 min

Qin Feng and Wang Tao uncover a drug dealer, while Zhang Xin notices criminal targeting in Longwan.

Episode 21

Episode 21

Episode 21

Jan 2, 2026 · 42 min

Families celebrate milestones, while debt collectors stir trouble, showing crime and life intertwining.

Episode 22

Episode 22

Episode 22

Jan 2, 2026 · 46 min

Qin Feng saves Hu Xiaoyue from a life-threatening accident, resisting a forced transfer meant to halt his investigation.

Episode 23

Episode 23

Episode 23

Jan 3, 2026 · 43 min

Financial projects stall under criminal influence, and Qiao Defu’s family is threatened to force compliance.

Episode 24

Episode 24

Episode 24

Jan 3, 2026 · 41 min

Lao Mai visits Xu Li’s grave, monitored by enemies; Liu Tianye navigates business and criminal pressures.

Episode 25

Episode 25

Episode 25

Jan 4, 2026 · 43 min

The family celebrates police academy success. A homicide reignites old criminal investigations.

Episode 26

Episode 26

Episode 26

Jan 4, 2026 · 42 min

Longwan’s secret funds are exposed; Liu Tianye acts decisively to protect his community.

Episode 27

Episode 27

Episode 27

Jan 5, 2026 · 44 min

The adopted siblings reflect on family and diverging paths, with law enforcement monitoring Longwan.

Episode 28

Episode 28

Episode 28

Jan 5, 2026 · 45 min

Ding Xiaoshuai and Wen Bo celebrate success; Liu Tianye takes preemptive action against potential threats.

Episode 29

Episode 29

Episode 29

Jan 6, 2026 · 45 min

Families gather as accidents trigger new investigations. Officials suspect internal corruption.

Episode 30

Episode 30

Episode 30

Jan 6, 2026 · 46 min

A city accident demands accountability; Ye Tianyou faces political pressure while coordinating investigations.

Episode 31

Episode 31

Episode 31

Jan 7, 2026 · 43 min

Liu Tianye monitors officials, while Qin Feng’s investigation continues amid construction accident fallout.

Episode 32

Episode 32

Episode 32

Jan 7, 2026 · 44 min

Qin Feng and Liu Tianye process the fallout of violent deaths, confronting moral dilemmas.

Episode 33

Episode 33

Episode 33

Jan 8, 2026 · 45 min

Qin Feng traces the attack on Zhao Wenxuan, leveraging Longwan connections for the truth.

Episode 34

Episode 34

Episode 34

Jan 8, 2026 · 46 min

Zhao Wenxuan reconnects with his father; Liu Tianye realizes events are spiraling beyond control.

Episode 35

Episode 35

Episode 35

Jan 9, 2026 · 47 min

Loss and trauma push Qin Feng to step back, showing the human cost of policing.

Episode 36

Episode 36

Episode 36

Jan 9, 2026 · 45 min

Ding Xiaoshuai and Wen Bo celebrate, while Liu Tianye strikes against unresponsive officials.

Episode 37

Episode 37

Episode 37

Jan 9, 2026 · 43 min

Xu Li is persuaded to report crimes; a sting operation leads to a deadly confrontation.

Episode 38

Episode 38

Episode 38

Jan 9, 2026 · 44 min

Qin Feng and Liu Tianye reconnect, sharing clues from past criminal cases to strategize.

Episode 39

Episode 39

Episode 39

Jan 9, 2026 · 43 min

Fireworks and birthdays mask urgent operations to rescue Meng Yu, revealing fragile family bonds.

Episode 40

Episode 40

Episode 40

Jan 9, 2026 · 45 min

Xu Li is kidnapped during a dance competition; Qin Feng and Lao Mai intervene to save the day.

About the series

The Punishment poster
Audience score
★ 9.2 /10

based on 6 votes

Synopsis

In a rapidly developing Hanzhou, police officer Qin Feng and his sworn brother Liu Tianye face off against dangerous criminals while grappling with deep moral dilemmas and the complicated ties between family, power, and justice.

Crime

Cast

4 principal cast

Johnny Huang

Johnny Huang

Qin Feng

Wang Chuanjun

Wang Chuanjun

Liu Tianye

Liang Jie

Liang Jie

Wen Jiangyan

Ma Xinrui

Ma Xinrui

Zhou Si Si

Where to watch The Punishment

The Punishment is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The crime has 2 seasons and 40 total episodes, rated 9.2/10 by 6 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Punishment have?

The Punishment has 2 seasons with 40 episodes in total.

Is The Punishment still on the air?

The Punishment has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Punishment?

The Punishment airs on iQiyi.

When did The Punishment first air?

The Punishment first aired on December 25, 2025.

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