Yu Xiaoguang

Acting

Yu Xiaoguang

Born

1981-05-16 (45)

Place of birth

Dandong, Liaoning Province, China

Known for

Acting

Credits

37 titles

Yu Xiaoguang (于晓光), also known as Ethan Yu and Yu Liguang (于立桄), is a Chinese actor and music composer. Yu is a former swimmer and sprint canoer. In 2006, he made the crossover from sports to films.

Known for

Same Bed, Different Dreams poster
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Same Bed, Different Dreams is a South Korean television entertainment program, distributed and syndicated by SBS every Monday at 11:10 pm. Before February 15, 2016 the program was aired every Saturday at 8:45 pm. It's a program where teens and their parents come and openly share their issues with the show’s panel, trying to resolve their problems with each other. Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny is a South Korean television entertainment program, distributed and syndicated by SBS. It's the second season of the show Same Bed, Different Dreams which underwent a format change, now focusing on the life of celebrity couples.

Same Bed, Different Dreams

2015

Faith Makes Great poster
8.0

One hundred years since the founding of the Communist Party of China, Faith Makes Great tells stories from different times in history that chronicle the people's endless struggle to realize their dream of rejuvenating the nation.

Faith Makes Great

2021

Deng Xiaoping at History's Crossroads poster
9.0

After Mao Zedong's death in 1976, Deng Xiaoping returns to power amid political turmoil. Facing divisions within the Communist Party, he leads crucial economic and defense reforms, steering China toward a hopeful future and laying the foundation for the country's revival.

Deng Xiaoping at History's Crossroads

2014

Peking In Flames poster
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No synopsis available yet.

Peking In Flames

2009

Never Give Up poster
8.0

In 1979 Jinjiang, two lifelong friends take different paths to overcome poverty—one building a garment business from a small fishing boat, the other transforming agriculture through tradition and innovation. As their families grow and face challenges, they pave the way for a new era of “Made in Jinjiang,” driven by resilience, ambition, and unity across generations.

Never Give Up

2022

New Vanity Fair poster
6.0

Ding Kemang, a veteran theater actor, and Song Yang, a popular celebrity are cast in a play together. Through mentorship and dedication, the young star learns to overcome his impulsiveness, resist fame’s distractions, and grow into a skilled and respected actor.

New Vanity Fair

2023

Film credits

2020s · 5 titles

Series credits

Same Bed, Different Dreams poster
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Same Bed, Different Dreams is a South Korean television entertainment program, distributed and syndicated by SBS every Monday at 11:10 pm. Before February 15, 2016 the program was aired every Saturday at 8:45 pm. It's a program where teens and their parents come and openly share their issues with the show’s panel, trying to resolve their problems with each other. Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny is a South Korean television entertainment program, distributed and syndicated by SBS. It's the second season of the show Same Bed, Different Dreams which underwent a format change, now focusing on the life of celebrity couples.

Same Bed, Different Dreams

2015

Faith Makes Great poster
8.0

One hundred years since the founding of the Communist Party of China, Faith Makes Great tells stories from different times in history that chronicle the people's endless struggle to realize their dream of rejuvenating the nation.

Faith Makes Great

2021

Deng Xiaoping at History's Crossroads poster
9.0

After Mao Zedong's death in 1976, Deng Xiaoping returns to power amid political turmoil. Facing divisions within the Communist Party, he leads crucial economic and defense reforms, steering China toward a hopeful future and laying the foundation for the country's revival.

Deng Xiaoping at History's Crossroads

2014

Peking In Flames poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Peking In Flames

2009

Never Give Up poster
8.0

In 1979 Jinjiang, two lifelong friends take different paths to overcome poverty—one building a garment business from a small fishing boat, the other transforming agriculture through tradition and innovation. As their families grow and face challenges, they pave the way for a new era of “Made in Jinjiang,” driven by resilience, ambition, and unity across generations.

Never Give Up

2022

New Vanity Fair poster
6.0

Ding Kemang, a veteran theater actor, and Song Yang, a popular celebrity are cast in a play together. Through mentorship and dedication, the young star learns to overcome his impulsiveness, resist fame’s distractions, and grow into a skilled and respected actor.

New Vanity Fair

2023

Heroes Of Nanqiao Mechanical Engineering poster
7.5

After the outbreak of the War of Resistance Against Japan, under the call of Tan Kah Kee, the leader of overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia, the overseas Chinese formed a "Southern Overseas Chinese Technician Team" to work as drivers and maintenance workers on the Myanmar-Burma Highway to join the anti-Japanese national salvation movement.

Heroes Of Nanqiao Mechanical Engineering

2015

Another Year poster
6.0

Set against the backdrop of forty years of reform in Huli, Beijing, the Chen, Lin, and Pan families experience profound transformations. From career achievements to personal struggles, each family member confronts love, loss, and the changing tides of life, shaping their destinies in unexpected ways.

Another Year

2024

City and Country Life poster
10.0

Jingmei, an educated youth from the provincial capital who jumped into the queue in Dalishu Village, northern Shaanxi, became pregnant unmarried. When she jumped into the river and killed herself, she was rescued by Mancang. The child’s father Qiu Jianming was missing. When he was about to collapse, Man Cang came forward and married Jingmei, taking the responsibility of taking care of Jingmei's mother and son. In order to realize Jingmei's wish to go to university, Mancang lives in the country with his unrelated children.

City and Country Life

2014

Hero poster
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The drama tells the story of Liang Jiyao, the heroic protagonist, who has gradually grown into a hero of the Second Sino-Japanese War during the many changes and experiences of national feud and family hatred.

Hero

2019

毛岸英 poster
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Mao Anying, the son of Mao Zedong, focuses on his deep family ties, devotion to China’s liberation, and his noble internationalist spirit while honoring the ideals of early Communist revolutionaries.

毛岸英

2010

The Wolf Warriors poster
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In the 1920s and 1930s, marksman Ma Gaitian is tricked into working with a pro-Qing group colluding with Japanese spies. After discovering their true intentions, he fights to stop the Japanese plans.

The Wolf Warriors

2021

Er Shu poster
7.0

Set in 1980s China, the film follows Er Zhiqiang, a headstrong young man who, through life’s trials, transforms into a responsible and resilient adult, finding strength and purpose in a rapidly changing world.

Er Shu

2013

Our Home poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Our Home

2017

The Shifting Muzzle poster
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Set during the anti-Japanese War, the series tells the legendary story of Chinese people who risk their lives to protect the national cultural heritage from being looted by invaders.

The Shifting Muzzle

2014

Heroes poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

Heroes

2019

My Brilliant Masters poster
7.0

No synopsis available yet.

My Brilliant Masters

2019

梦想越走越近 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

梦想越走越近

2016

一门三司令 poster
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During the Anti-Japanese War, three brothers from the distinguished Yang family serve in opposing factions but share a common goal—to defend their homeland. As they face battles, betrayals, and personal sacrifice, their story becomes a powerful tribute to loyalty, family honor, and patriotic courage.

一门三司令

2012

The Final Mission poster
NR

A group of progressive youths from diverse backgrounds unite to form an anti-Japanese alliance, determined to stop the invasion and protect their country.

The Final Mission

2016

Floating Youth poster
6.0

A story revolving around a group of teenage ice hockey players who dream of going professional. Chen Che is the star player of the United Nations Hockey Team, a former celebrity, and a rare hockey genius in Jiang Cheng for the past ten years. He is an impulsive teenager who is not bound by the rules and has an easy way to the top. In fact, he values affection and righteousness, and silently assumes the responsibility of taking care of others. Shen Zhou Zhou, who was once a graduate student in North America, has a cold personality and handsome appearance. On the rink, he has a strong executive ability, as if he were an indomitable warrior. The teenagers show all their effort on the ice rink, which not only presents the passionate dream-seeking enthusiasm but also conveys the steely spirit of competition. This is the journey of teenagers who went through hardship to achieve success and glory.

Floating Youth

2022

鹰巢之预备警官 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

鹰巢之预备警官

2012

Big Picture Family poster
NR

Four male celebrities open a photo studio in a picturesque town, snapping portraits and discovering the heartfelt stories behind their neighbors' lives.

Big Picture Family

2018

鄂尔多斯风暴 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

鄂尔多斯风暴

2015

Beautiful Village Girl poster
NR

Gu Tianmei, a young woman from a mountain village, moves to the city and catches the attention of TV producers for a "Beautiful Village Girl" contest. While her participation sparks tension with her boyfriend Er Yan, Tianmei's determination and resilience guide her through the challenges she faces.

Beautiful Village Girl

2015

索玛花开 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

索玛花开

2017

추자현, 우효광의 행복시광 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

추자현, 우효광의 행복시광

2017

我的功夫女友 poster
NR

No synopsis available yet.

我的功夫女友

2005