

Someday or One Day
Yu-Hsuan lost her boyfriend Chuan-Sheng in plane accident. She then discovered Chuan-Sheng and a girl look alike Yu-Hsuan both appeared in a photo taken in 1998. Accidentally, she had backed to 1998 and met a boy looked alike Chuan-Sheng.
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Plot Summary
In 2019, a heartbroken young woman named Huang Yu-hsuan wishes to return to 1998 to find a younger version of her lost love, Wang Chuan-sheng. She unexpectedly finds herself inhabiting the body of Chen Yun-tien, a high school student in 1998 who bears a striking resemblance to Wang Chuan-sheng. As she navigates this past life, she becomes entangled in the lives of the quiet, artistic Mo Jun-jie and the spirited Li Zi-wei, slowly uncovering a complex web of fate, love, and loss that connects their lives across time.
Critical Reception
Someday or One Day was met with widespread critical acclaim and immense popularity in Taiwan and across Asia. It is lauded for its intricate storytelling, emotional depth, and compelling performances, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and a benchmark for Taiwanese dramas. Its blend of romance, mystery, and fantasy resonated deeply with audiences.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and complex narrative structure that masterfully weaves together romance, mystery, and time-travel elements.
- Celebrated for its emotionally resonant performances, particularly from the lead actors, who convey deep longing and heartbreak.
- Commended for its intricate plotting and surprising twists that keep viewers engaged until the very end.
Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly praise the show's captivating storyline, deeply moving emotional arcs, and the incredible chemistry between the main cast. Many highlight its ability to evoke strong emotions and its satisfying, albeit poignant, conclusion.
Awards & Accolades
Won multiple awards at the Golden Bell Awards, including Best Leading Actress (Alice Ko), Best Supporting Actor (Steven Sun), Best Directing, and Best Sound Design. Nominated for Best Television Series.
Fun Fact
The song 'Last Day' ( last day ) by Accusefive, featured prominently in the series, became a massive hit and is intrinsically linked to the drama's emotional core, with its lyrics mirroring the show's themes of longing and separation across time.
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