The latest C-drama sensation, Speed and Love, delivers two intense new episodes today. Episodes 19 and 20 arrive with major story shifts as the central couple faces a terrifying accident and a sudden family crisis that pulls them apart. For fans following the journey of Jiang Mu and Jin Zhao, played by Esther Yu and He Yu, these episodes mark a dramatic turning point.
Exact Release Time and Where to Watch
Speed and Love episodes 19 and 20 premiered on Friday, December 19, 2025. The episodes became available for streaming at 5:16 AM Eastern Standard Time (EST).
For viewers around the world, this translates to:
- 2:16 AM Pacific Time (PST)
- 10:16 AM Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
- 3:30 PM India Standard Time (IST)
You can watch the new episodes on two major platforms:
- iQIYI: This is the primary platform for Speed and Love. New episodes are available with English subtitles. A VIP subscription is required for immediate access to the latest episodes.
- Rakuten Viki: The drama is also streaming on Viki with English subtitles. The platform offers some free viewing with ads, but a Viki Pass subscription is needed for full access.
The series follows a daily release schedule, with two new episodes dropping each day. The drama will conclude with episode 29 on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
What Happened in Episodes 17 and 18?
The story entered a calmer phase before the new storms hit. In episode 17, Auntie Zhao discovered the romantic relationship between Jiang Mu and Jin Zhao. While not opposed to them, she warned that Jiang Mu’s mother would never approve. She promised to keep their secret.
“Jiang Mu asks Auntie Zhao to help him. Auntie Zhao promises not to tell anyone and will pretend to be unaware of the Jin Zhao and Jiang Mu’s bond.”
Tension arose between Jin Zhao and his close friend Sanlai, who argued about Jin Zhao hiding his dangerous mission from Jiang Mu. Their clash led to a temporary fallout, though the two friends later reconciled. Jin Zhao promised Jiang Mu he would finish his risky work within two weeks.
Episode 18 focused on the growing bond between the main characters. Jiang Mu and Jin Zhao shared more passionate moments, and Jin Zhao made portraits of Jiang Mu. The peace was shattered when Sanlai was kidnapped. Jin Zhao rushed to find and rescue him, highlighting the ongoing dangers of his world. By the episode’s end, Jiang Mu gave Jin Zhao an aerospace-themed gift, a symbol of their shared dreams.
A Look at Episodes 19 and 20: Previews and Fan Reactions
Previews for episodes 19 and 20 point to significant drama and emotional hardship for the characters.
Episode 19 begins with a quiet, peaceful night between Jiang Mu and Jin Zhao. He reassures her before leaving for an urgent matter, promising to take her out the next day. The scene then shifts to a racing event where Jin Zhao appears headed for another easy victory. Disaster strikes when his car’s brakes fail and critical systems stop working, causing a horrific crash into a guardrail. Jiang Mu watches the entire accident from afar, frozen in shock.
Episode 20 introduces a separate crisis. Jiang Mu’s stepfather visits and delivers devastating news: her mother has been diagnosed with coronary artery stenosis and has just undergone heart surgery. She urgently needs her family. With a heavy heart, Jiang Mu decides she must leave Thailand immediately to care for her mother in Canada. She sends a heartbreaking message to Jin Zhao, apologizing for having to leave him during such a difficult time.
The preview shows that just as Jiang Mu is leaving, Jin Zhao is fighting for his life, creating a painful separation where both need each other most. This dual crisis has sparked strong reactions from fans on social media. Many have expressed how emotionally difficult these plot developments are to watch.
“Okay I will now have to wait for the rest of the episodes before continuing.”
“I think i will watch after the drama ended so i will not suffer from anxietyโฆ I dont want to stress myself, but i cant also skip this good drama.”
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About the Drama and Its Cast
Speed and Love is a Chinese romantic drama adapted from the popular web novel Shuang Gui by Shi Jiu Yuan. The story follows Jiang Mu, who travels to Thailand to find her adopted older brother, Jin Zhao, a decade after their parents’ divorce separated them. She discovers the once gentle and scholarly boy has become a hardened young man working as a streetwise race car driver and underground boxer. Their reunion evolves from distance to a deep, complicated love as they navigate a world of danger and their shared past.
The series stars Esther Yu as the determined and empathetic Jiang Mu. She is known for her roles in dramas like Love Between Fairy and Devil and Moonlight. Playing the rugged Jin Zhao is He Yu, recognized for his performance in Blossom. The supporting cast includes Fei Qiming, Mike Angelo (Patrick Nattawat Finkler), and Zhou Haoqi.
The drama is directed by Yu Chungchung, who also directed Love Is Sweet, and Ma Ming.
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