The Red Cradle

The Red Cradle

The caregivers and soldiers of Yan’an’s Second Nursery escort 136 children through war-torn lands to safety. Facing gunfire, harsh conditions, and constant danger, they sacrifice everything to protect the children, giving rise to the legendary “Children’s Long March” and an enduring spirit of courage and devotion that lives on today.

Series Cast

Lyric Lan

Wen Renqiu

Liu Zhiyang

Wei Geming

Zhu Tie

Xu Yanqing

Xiao Yin

Xiao Fengxia

Niu Beiren

Shi Dashan

Zhang Liming

Xiang Liming

Liu Yuqiao

Xu Zhou

Chen Guanying

Zhao Tiezhu

Jiang Fuyi

Wang Maisui

Gu Jing

Gu Hongmei

Seasons

Season 1

24 Episodes • 2026