19th Floor Reviews

It's already 2024, and yet the storyline is still so clichéd. All the plot points rely on dialogue to connect them, as if they're afraid you won't understand, with various "naive" characters asking questions on the side, and then the characters in the drama explain everything to you.
Oh my, despite having a high tolerance for fantasy stories due to the gaming environment, I couldn't bear the juvenile plot after watching three episodes. It feels like a cheesy online fanfiction that I would have read when I was a child.

Watched two episodes. The first episode set up the background and premise, and the second episode concluded a subplot, which was quite engaging. The special effects are decent, and the feeling of the main characters entering the game for the first time is good.
Anyway, filming an infinite flow storyline is challenging, but as long as they maintain the pace, this drama might become a dark horse.

Just call it an original work, why bother labeling it as an adaptation... And it's a live-action large-scale immersive escape room experience, with some added dream sequences and illusions.
Sun Qian's acting is actually pretty good, and it's no surprise that Mango TV knows how to cast handsome actors like Wei Zhe Ming.

I love this genre so much! Binge-watched it all night. I enjoyed the twist with the "safety card" in the second game, which caught Strong Brother off guard and revealed his selfishness when he thought he was clever but ended up being unprepared.
It was interesting to see how he succumbed to his survival instincts after putting on a facade of being rich and powerful.

To the person who mentioned the well-lit locked room, why don't you first understand what "infinite flow" means??? Firstly, it's neither a detective story nor an escape room scenario. (It's actually my favorite type of ensemble infinite flow drama!
Bonus points without conditions!) I just hope that in the later episodes, it won't be only the male and female leads carrying the entire group. The essence of an ensemble is that every member of the team is indispensable, and each person brings their own strengths to contribute to the team's success.

Ugh, the group of intellectually challenged university students... such a childish endless loop, and the low-end escape room is just disappointing. How dare they promote themselves as the Chinese version of the Squid Game... The awkward slow-motion eye contact between the main characters is painfully cringeworthy.
The female lead doesn't really seem like a brave and resourceful person...

Watched one episode and dropped it. The acting skills of the entire cast are subpar. This adaptation of the once brilliant novel is nothing but a terrible drama.

Note written when expressing interest in watching: I used to love the novel, but I don't remember the details anymore.
I hope I won't be disappointed.

The enigmatic man with red eyes, the eerie elevator and game, the terrifying shadow monster. In a world saturated with idol dramas, this survival game with a battle royale-style challenge brings a refreshing twist.
The sole objective for each person is simple: Stay alive!

I doubt the people who made "Nineteenth Floor" have ever watched any other infinite stream dramas. The plot and character development are scattered... It's not even as good as "Mind Palace" from a few years ago.
Who will save Chinese TV dramas... Is it so difficult to make a good infinite stream drama? There are so many examples from abroad. Just look at how they do it. They have both battle royale and infinite stream elements... I'm truly speechless...
Can't I just watch a good infinite stream drama?

The concept of an infinite realm is intriguing, but the plot is dragging and boring. There are too many scenes from real life and too few challenges. Moreover, the levels are too simple... If you're going to use the nineteenth floor of the Divine Might as a gimmick, don't make it so mild...

Watched 6 episodes, and not a single likable character. It's frustrating how they mix in unnecessary humor and irrelevant subplots when everything is so life-or-death intense. The main characters keep dragging things out without explaining anything, especially in the second level.
The rogue team is also annoying, and that freckled guy never shares anything; who knows what he's hiding? The second female lead is even more irritating - weak and incompetent, yet loves to argue.
Truly speechless.

I made it to episode ten, but I just couldn't bear it anymore. I'm retreating. It promised suspense, but there's no suspense. It promised deduction, but there's no deduction. It claimed to be thought-provoking, but it's not. At least three-quarters of the show is focused on the petty conflicts among the main characters, with only a few seconds of actual gameplay.
The other characters just stand there like idiots while the male and female leads breeze through the challenges. What kind of game is this supposed to be?

Waste of time. The level design is dumbing down, the plot is dragging, even at double speed it's still unbearable. There are so many plot loopholes, why can't the female lead speak directly?
What's the problem with telling the female second lead about any new discoveries? Why must everything be kept hidden, leading the second lead to turn dark... The male gangster is also ridiculous, why is he so foolish, causing harm to others for no reason.
The level design is also idiotic, the Nian beast looks too cute, I thought it was Chinese New Year!

The level design is too simple. The second female lead is somewhat inexplicable. They're doing the love triangle again. The female lead is misunderstood and instead of explaining herself, she relies on the male lead to rescue her.
I dislike the cliché plot of the main characters knowing each other since childhood. The game's set design and special effects are well done, but that's the only advantage.
I'm considering dropping the drama after catching up to the latest episode.

It's a pity that the concept of an infinite flow was promoted, but the supporting characters were weak and dumbed down. It's childish and has many plot holes. There are too many flaws, and it completely lacks the desire to follow the plot deeply.
The realistic storyline is diluted, and the frequency at which the female secondary character calls the female lead's name is as irritating as a ghostly cry in one's ears. I'll give three points for the special effects and the male lead.

The story is extremely rough, with many poorly connected parts and childish plotlines. Why use those candles and matches when there are so many books, scrolls, and wooden objects? Qing You seems to have some issues.
Why does your roommate care so much about what you do? If they don't have time for you, it's like they're treating you as guilty. And that "strong" character is even more problematic. I'd give it two and a half stars, a waste of the looks of the male and female leads.

Let's give it an extra star for the first four episodes, because who dies without having a love interest?! Seriously, can't you just kiss or have a little physical intimacy to solve your "needs" problem?
In an infinite storyline novel, I would expect some sweet moments, but the author just won't give them to me. And the director of this TV drama keeps forcing these annoying scenes where two characters just stare at each other, and the more I watch, the more I dislike it.

The beginning was not captivating, and I was disappointed as I had high expectations for this domestic web series. The character development is weak, and the main storyline is unclear. The plot feels a bit mindless, to be honest. I'll give it a three-star rating to show some encouragement...
Hopefully, the domestic unlimited streaming genre can step up its game.

The theme is pretty good. Let's talk about the characters. Out of the male characters introduced in the first ten episodes, apart from Gao Xuan and the uncle, the rest are incredibly foolish. They're timid, easily manipulated, and have love-struck brains.
They're constantly thinking about girls. These two characters are just annoying to watch.

Watched four episodes after it was recommended on Bilibili. The plot is actually quite interesting, but can they please stop with the slow-motion shots of the main characters staring at each other!
By the way, the character development of Qing You is really weak, but the Chun Yu-Qing You storyline is so addictive, oh my. I guess I'll have to keep watching to see their relationship progress.
Can't wait for the next episodes!

What kind of fantasy mystery drama is this adaptation of Cai Jun's novel? Is this ghostly depiction of the mythical beast in the ancient painting intentional?
And the props used in the 19th floor are ridiculously fake and have a strong variety show style. Several actors, including the protagonist, are feigning depth in their performances.
Come on, this is not some Mango TV's version of "Escape Room," right?

The initial meeting of the dungeon squad in the game lobby was well-executed. For example, Chun Yu remained calm and assessed the surroundings, while Qing You held onto Chun Yu's hand throughout.
Zhang Tian Qiang and his gang were busy poking around, and Gao Xuan quietly observed from the shadows. Each character's personality was portrayed brilliantly.

No unnecessary mystery, the dungeons are logically crafted. Overall, it's a sincere work. I hope more talented directors will explore the concept of an unlimited flow and create great productions.
I also hope that the concept of an unlimited flow will gain more popularity among audiences.

So far, I'd give two stars for the concept and two stars for the female lead's character. The pacing is quite fast, but the supporting characters need more development. I really don't enjoy mindless romance dramas with dumb submissive wives and repulsive male leads that flood the market, but "19 Floors" managed to avoid those two pitfalls.
The female lead shines exceptionally well, and the male lead is also doing a great job, currently providing more of a supportive role. I hope they maintain the characterizations and avoid any character collapses in the future.

I really like Chun Yu! Sun Qian's acting is amazing! I can't quite grasp the male lead's character, but Brother Qiang feels so real. He portrays the selfishness and genuine emotions of an ordinary person, someone who doesn't want to admit that his brother is truly gone and resorts to escapism.
Qing You is a typical character with low self-esteem, easily swayed due to a lack of self-confidence, which leads to a lot of bad decisions. The whole drama feels very authentic, but the downside is that it lacks the essence of the original "Nineteenth Floor of Hell.

Shouldn't have had any expectations! It's disguised as an unlimited flow drama, but it's fake suspense, fake unlimited flow, fake high IQ. The female lead survives based on luck and props (excluding her memory), while the supporting roles are forcefully made foolish.
The conflicts are artificially intensified, making it a fake ensemble drama and a true idol drama. There are endless close-ups of the main characters staring at each other in slow motion! They couldn't even faithfully adapt the novel, wasting a group of young actors with high looks!
Outrageous.

The first shadow puppet scene is really inexplicable. There are tables, chairs, and stools, and there are tattered clothes. Why not make torches? Each person could have one, so why fight over flashlights?
Can't they burn the tables and chairs blocking the electrical room door? Why use matches? Is this the little match girl? And back in the real world, the mother of the female lead forcibly tries to remove the blood-soaked gauze from the female lead (I also suspect that the doctor who bandaged her head through her hair is a fake doctor, just like me?
???).

Who on earth directed this drama? Apart from the good-looking main leads, there's no comfort. The supporting characters are a disaster, and there's a bunch of useless plotlines and romantic relationships.
What's the deal with deducting points for those imaginary videos? This is such a poorly executed drama. It's all about the main characters, and everyone else is just there to mess around.
Isn't a well-rounded ensemble cast more appealing? Why not create rich character designs for the supporting roles? It's all so shallow.

The depth of the characters gradually unfolds. Brother Qiang is not as selfish and annoying as he initially seemed. Yang Ba Wan's issues with his father make him appear less carefree than his outward demeanor suggests.
Qing You may seem like he's undergone a dark transformation, but in reality, he's dealing with the trauma brought on by bullying. The character development is on point, and I quite like it.

Fortunately, I've read the novel and watched the movie version. The TV drama has this sci-fi movie CGI feel to it, with even more juvenile character designs. The plot has been heavily modified, the acting is exaggerated, the dialogue is poor, and it's all smoke and mirrors without substance.
Couldn't they have made it into a movie instead? Watering it down for thirty episodes is just hard to accept.

There's no need to deliberately use slow-motion shots in many places to enhance the atmosphere. Also, in the first challenge, when the candle was almost out, instead of lighting matchsticks one by one, they should have considered burning something else.
And most importantly, please stop the cliché of having the mastermind behind the scenes, sipping red wine without showing their face!

I can't understand why Sun Qian keeps accepting these terrible dramas? ?‍??? The quality of these dramas is far behind their foreign counterparts. The slow-motion scenes in the middle are also cringe-worthy.
It feels like the only reason to watch is because of Sun Qian. I can only give one star to Sun Qian. It's hard to believe that this drama was released in 2024.

Perhaps because there are very few dramas in China with this kind of theme, I've watched 10 episodes, and it's really enjoyable, although the plot is a bit slow. But it truly shines and is one of the best of its kind in a long time.
Just wanted to add that Sun Qian and Wei Zhe Ming, the two of you make a perfect pair!

In the third instance, although the level of teamwork improved compared to the previous two instances, the weaknesses of human nature were exposed in the "life-or-death game." For example, the way others treated Qing You, does being weak mean being disposable at any moment...

Watched a little over two episodes and gave up. The pacing is excruciatingly slow, dragging on without purpose. I don't even know how many times I skipped ahead using the progress bar.
The inexplicable slow-motion eye contact between the male and female leads, and the female lead's acting is surprisingly effortless. She gets by with just one expression throughout the entire drama.
The horror relies solely on sudden appearances of ghostly faces, and the suspense falls short. I'll give one star for the special effects, they were decent to watch.

After four episodes, it's becoming more and more dragging. I hope the later episodes will be more concise. I understand that infinite plotlines are meant to portray reality, but there are just too many of them. What's the point of including the cat abuse incident?
Also, even if the main characters are developing feelings for each other, please let it happen after a few more plot twists. Right now, the characterization of the female lead feels quite strange.