Ride On

Eight years ago, Lao Luo suffered a serious injury that derailed his career. The financial blow left him bankrupt and estranged from his wife, leading to the loss of custody of his daughter Xiao Bao. He continues to chase stunt work with Red Hare as his anchor in a fragile life.

One night, Lao and Red Hare clash with debt collectors. The confrontation reveals that the horse could be auctioned off due to the bankruptcy of their company. The threat forces Lao to consider every remaining option to protect his partner.

Lao seeks help from Bao, who is a university student studying law. Although reluctant at first, Bao offers assistance and arranges for her boyfriend Naihua to be involved. This marks the beginning of Lao’s network of support.

After Lao's fight goes viral, he and Red Hare are hired for several films. Bao becomes his agent ad litem, guiding him through a new phase of fame and responsibility. The partnership gives Lao a path to stability, but with new demands.

Bao expresses discomfort at the risk of serious injuries from Lao's stunt work. Lao's decision to publicly embarrass Bao in front of Naihua's parents pushes her away. The rift tests their fragile bond just as Lao needs support most.

During a dangerous stunt, Lao and Red Hare sustain serious injuries. Lao is rushed to the hospital, leaving Bao and Naihua to navigate the fallout of the incident. The accident becomes a turning point in Lao’s thinking about his career.

While searching Lao's home for an ID, Bao uncovers CCTV footage of a failed meeting between them from years earlier. The discovery touches Bao and makes her reconsider her stance toward Lao. The moment rekindles unresolved feelings and questions about Lao's past.

Bao confronts Lao with empathy and they reconcile at the hospital. Lao promises to stop performing dangerous stunts, choosing a safer path for himself and Red Hare. The pledge signals a new, quieter chapter for them both.

One night Lao wakes to debt collectors trying to seize Red Hare. After paying off his debt, he surprisingly invites Dami Ge, the debt-collecting thug, to become his disciple. This marks Lao’s attempt to bend his world to his own terms.

The next day, Yuanjie, Lao's apprentice, invites him to a role that pays homage to stunt work. Lao accepts this as a final job, much to Bao's dismay, even as he searches for a meaningful ending to his career. The job becomes a test of his resolve and priorities.

During filming, Lao insists on performing a dangerous stunt himself but cannot finish it after remembering Bao's warnings. He ultimately quits the job, choosing caution over vanity. The moment underscores his commitment to change.

Even after reconciliation with Bao, Lao loses the legal bid to keep Red Hare and is forced to sell the horse to another company. The loss is a painful reminder of the costs of his past and the fragility of their bond. He longs to keep them together despite the financial pressure.

Bao and Naihua persuade the company's CEO He Xin to return Red Hare by showing footage that proves Lao's dedication to stunt work. The strategy reframes the horse's value as a testament to Lao's commitment rather than a mere asset.

He Xin returns Red Hare to Lao, explaining that he had intended to return him already. He reveals the horse had nearly starved under the company’s ownership, highlighting the moral of the fight to protect the animals as much as the people.

Lao, Bao, and Naihua are reunited with Red Hare. The film world is far behind them—what remains is a renewed family bond and a sense of direction for Lao's future. They face the road ahead together, with hope and loyalty intact.