Two Fathers
Two men navigate adoptive fatherhood together
About Two Fathers
Released: 2013
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 1 Season
Cast
Weber Yang, Lin Yo-Wei, Megan Lai, Amanda Chou, Lucia Xie, Cherry Leung
About Two Fathers (2013)
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About
Two Fathers is a Taiwanese TV comedy series that was first aired in 2013. The show revolves around the lives of two men, Huang Dao Ming and Hu Zhong Xian, who discover that they have each fathered a child through artificial insemination. As the two fathers navigate their unexpected roles, they form an unlikely bond and experience the joys and challenges of fatherhood. The series explores themes of family, friendship, and the importance of love and support.
Making / Production
Two Fathers was produced by ThreeSixty Entertainment in collaboration with GTV in Taiwan. The show was directed by Chen Rong Hui and written by various screenwriters. The production team aimed to create a heartwarming and relatable series that would resonate with viewers of all ages. The filming took place in various locations in Taiwan, including Taipei and Taichung.
Actors
- Aaron Yan as Huang Dao Ming - Huang Dao Ming is a carefree and irresponsible man who finds out he is a father.
- Kang Xi Jia as Hu Zhong Xian - Hu Zhong Xian is a diligent and responsible man who also discovers he has a child.
- Sonia Sui as An Qing Xia - An Qing Xia is Huang Dao Ming's childhood friend and the mother of his child.
- Lin Yo Wei as Wu Jia Bao - Wu Jia Bao is Hu Zhong Xian's close friend who provides support and comedic relief.
- Yao Yuan Hao as Chen Qi Tai - Chen Qi Tai is An Qing Xia's boyfriend and has a complicated relationship with Huang Dao Ming.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Two Fathers received high ratings throughout its run and gained a dedicated fanbase.
- The series tackles the concept of unconventional families and challenges traditional notions of fatherhood.
- The show’s success led to the creation of a spin-off web series called Two Fathers 2.
- Two Fathers was praised for its heartwarming storylines and comedic elements.
- The main actors, Aaron Yan and Kang Xi Jia, received critical acclaim for their performances and chemistry on screen.
Awards
Two Fathers received several nominations and won the Best Actor award for Aaron Yan at the 2014 Golden Bell Awards.
Quotes
- "Being a father is not about biology, but about love and commitment." - Huang Dao Ming
- "Sometimes, the most unexpected people can become the family we never knew we needed." - Hu Zhong Xian
- "Parenting is a journey of self-discovery and growth." - An Qing Xia
Music / Soundtrack
- The theme song of Two Fathers is "Guardian" by Aaron Yan.
- The series features a diverse soundtrack that complements the emotional moments and comedic scenes.
- Other notable songs from the show include "Butterfly" by Jam Hsiao and "Happiness" by Genie Chuo.
About Two Fathers
Two Fathers is a Taiwan drama series that explores the comedic and life-changing journey of two best friends raising a daughter together.