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The Best Thing

8.020251 seasonTV SeriesDrama

Suffering from insomnia and migraines, Shen Xifan consults a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, He Suye. As their lives intersect, an unexpected romance blossoms.

DirectorRandy Che
WritersOu Si Jia·Li Min
ProducerXiong Xiao Ling

Where to watch

Not available in Australia
Streaming in 12 other countries

The Best Thing isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Bahrain, Egypt, India, Jordan and 8 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Suyue
Feb 25, 2025 10.0
E2
Apple
Feb 25, 2025 10.0
E3
Licorice Root
Feb 25, 2025 10.0
E4
Mint
Feb 25, 2025 10.0
E5
Chinese Yam
Feb 26, 2025 10.0
E6
Artemisia Argyi
Feb 26, 2025 10.0
E7
Osmanthus
Feb 27, 2025 10.0
E8
Five-flavor Fruit
Feb 27, 2025 10.0
E9
Honey
Feb 28, 2025 10.0
E10
Agarwood
Mar 1, 2025 10.0
E11
Dragon Bones
Mar 2, 2025 10.0
E12
Semen Cassiae
Mar 2, 2025 10.0
E13
Ginger
Mar 3, 2025 10.0
E14
Citrus Peel
Mar 3, 2025 10.0
E15
Red Beans
Mar 4, 2025 10.0
E16
Cinnabar
Mar 4, 2025 10.0
E17
Artemisia Capillaris
Mar 5, 2025 10.0
E18
Acorus Calamus
Mar 5, 2025 10.0
E19
Magnolia Bud
Mar 6, 2025 10.0
E20
Paeonia Lactiflora
Mar 6, 2025 10.0
E21
Tulips
Mar 7, 2025 10.0
E22
Kudzu Flower
Mar 8, 2025 10.0
E23
Fox Nuts
Mar 9, 2025 10.0
E24
Albizia Bark
Mar 9, 2025 10.0
E25
Pinellia
Mar 9, 2025 10.0
E26
Poria
Mar 9, 2025 10.0
E27
Angelica Sinensis
Mar 9, 2025 10.0
E28
Honeysuckle Flowers
Mar 9, 2025 10.0

Cast · Directed by Randy Che

ZLZhang Linghe
Zhang Linghe
He Suye
XRXu Ruohan
Xu Ruohan
Shen Xifan
WYWang Youjun
Wang Youjun
Lin Yishen
TJTang Jiuzhou
Tang Jiuzhou
Li Jie
HCHuang Cancan
Huang Cancan
Xu Xiangya
ZYZhou Yiru
Zhou Yiru
Fang Kexin
CYChen Yian
Chen Yian
Qiu Tian
XXXie Xinhao
Xie Xinhao
Gu Ping
CGCheng Guanxuan
Cheng Guanxuan
Xiao Chen
CWCaesar Wu
Caesar Wu
Yan Heng

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The Best Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Best Thing?

The Best Thing isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Best Thing on Netflix?

No, The Best Thing is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Best Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Best Thing isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Best Thing for free?

The Best Thing isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in The Best Thing?

The Best Thing has 1 season in total (28 episodes). The series concluded in 2025.

Are all episodes of The Best Thing out yet?

Yes — all 28 episodes across 1 season of The Best Thing are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Best Thing?

No — The Best Thing ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

Is The Best Thing based on a book?

Yes — The Best Thing is based on a book or novel.