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The Learning Curve of a Warlord
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The Learning Curve of a Warlord

2018-12-03 · 42 min / episode · ★ 6.3

Comedy · War & Politics · Drama

During the chaotic Warlord Era, an eccentric soldier has a sudden stroke of luck and is promoted seven ranks to Marshal. He, along with his three silly friends, do all sorts of bizarre things. Meanwhile, externally, three wild warlords are eyeing him like a tiger. Internally, he doesn't know whether any of his three wives are spies. Ultimately, a battle for hegemony unfolds, with shells flying and dilemmas between friends.

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Hong Kong
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Dicky Cheung Wai-KinDicky Cheung Wai-KinDik Kei
Sisley Choi Si-puiSisley Choi Si-puiCheung Yuen-Yuen
Tony HungTony HungMa Taan
Zoie TamZoie TamYip Tin-Giu
Vivien YeoVivien YeoNga Nau
Tsui WingTsui WingLaw Yee
Oscar Li KaOscar Li KaTung Loi
Raymond Cho Wing-limRaymond Cho Wing-limKoo Lok-Lo
Jessica Kan Shuk-YiJessica Kan Shuk-YiKau Kei Kei
Marine Lee Yee-ManMarine Lee Yee-ManAh Tsan
Max Cheung Tat-LunMax Cheung Tat-LunLee Sai Kwai
Jerry Koo Ming-wahJerry Koo Ming-wahSieh Nam
Choi Kwok-hingChoi Kwok-hing
Eddie Pang Wai-OnEddie Pang Wai-On
Joseph YeungJoseph Yeung
Celine Ma Tai-loCeline Ma Tai-lo
Andy Shiu Cheuk-YiuAndy Shiu Cheuk-Yiu
Frankie ChoiFrankie Choi
Cecilia So Yan-CheeCecilia So Yan-Chee
Chan Dik-HakChan Dik-Hak

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