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Special Friend

Special Friend

20251h 40m

Overview

When struggling Lao Zheng unexpectedly becomes an internet sensation, he forms an unlikely friendship with Liang Liang, a young man with nowhere to go. Together, they brighten each other’s lives, but as fame tests their bond, they must fight to stay each other’s guiding light.

Directed by Wang Xiaofeng
Written by Wang Xiaofeng
Produced by Nemo Xin
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Top Cast

Zhang Songwen

Zhang Songwen

Mr. Zheng

Zeng Kelang

Zeng Kelang

Liangliang

Chen Yongsheng

Chen Yongsheng

Dafei

Wang Yueyi

Wang Yueyi

Xiaoqin

Jeff Shi

Jeff Shi

Miaomiao's Dad

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Hu Yu

Brother Fei

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Tian Tian

Yaqin

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Han Jiarong

Old Zheng's Daughter

About Special Friend

Special Friend is a drama, comedy, crime film released in 2025. Directed by Wang Xiaofeng, it stars Zhang Songwen, Zeng Kelang, Chen Yongsheng. When struggling Lao Zheng unexpectedly becomes an internet sensation, he forms an unlikely friendship with Liang Liang, a young man with nowhere to go. Together, they brighten each other’s lives, but as fame tests their bond, they must fight to stay each other’s guiding light.

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