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During the Qing Dynasty, a period marked by political corruption and unethical officials, the people of China faced great hardships. Exploiting the chaos, foreign powers launched various invasions on the country. Amidst these turbulent times, a young hero named Song Shi Jie emerged quietly. Born to a jailer, Jie grew up observing the injustices and sorrows of the world from within the prison walls. He came to believe that the concepts of law and justice were distant ideals. Unconcerned with wealth or fame, Jie assisted his friend He Shouxin in achieving success and then set out on his own path to become an official. Alongside his brother Song Ajiu Lang, Jie lived a carefree life, encountering and outsmarting thieves and bullies with ease. His life took a turn when he crossed paths with Linglong, a woman of mysterious background with fierce temperament and exceptional martial arts skills. Despite their initial conflicts, Jie and Linglong's destinies intertwined, leading them to become a devoted couple. Jie's reputation as a skilled lawyer quickly spread throughout the country, attracting numerous clients and important figures seeking his assistance. Together with Linglong, brother Jiu, and maid Xiao Feng, Jie formed an unstoppable team capable of solving any case, big or small. Their keen eyes never missed a detail, ensuring that no case went unsolved.

Four women of varying personalities and abilities journey through time to ancient China, where they work together to unravel mysterious cases

Wong Fei Hung, a renowned figure of his era, is both a skilled martial artist and a revered hero. As a doctor at Po Chi Lam, a clinic in Canton, he has rescued numerous individuals, yet he is compelled to utilize his combat skills to protect the community.

Lin Sui Sui finds herself in the fragmented narrative of My Fair Princess, where she takes on the role of a maid in the Empress’s palace. In order to go back to her own world, she is tasked with mending the storyline, but unforeseen challenges posed by an enigmatic guard jeopardize her efforts.

Li Bing He and Li Yu Fan are fraternal twins who have shared identical dreams since childhood. When Li Yu Fan falls into a coma following a car accident, Li Bing He attempts to utilize their shared dream world to bring her back. In this dream, Li Yu Fan becomes the esteemed Wu Mei Niang, her admirer Da Gang transforms into the court jester, and Li Bing He takes on the role of the Lord of Nan Chang. Together, they navigate a world filled with palace conspiracies where only the most cunning can survive. (DramaWiki)

The tale follows Jeon Woo Chi, a master who acquired his abilities by ingesting a Gumiho's bead, and his quest for vengeance against the betrayal of a friend that resulted in the loss of his mentor, Hong Kil Dong, and his beloved, Hong Moo Yeon. To seek retribution for their deaths, he journeys to Joseon, where he becomes an unwilling hero for the people. Hong Moo Yeon is a princess, the granddaughter of Hong Gil Dong, and the object of Jeon Woo Chi's affection.

Yin Qin Rou is a modern-day woman who is transported back in time and unexpectedly encounters a prince. The prince, Xie Yan Qi, becomes suspicious of her background and decides to keep her under his watch. As Qin Rou's contemporary views and defiance towards authority start to influence him, Yan Qi gradually falls in love with her. Amidst this, there is unrest within the royal family as the second prince eliminates his older brother to claim the throne. Now, the only obstacle between him and the throne is Yan Qi, the third prince. Can Qin Rou protect him? And what if she is not the only one who has traveled through time...

Liu Ritian, a resident known for selling movies and DVDs on the street, is recognized in the area as a dedicated kung fu enthusiast who trains diligently day and night, isolated in his own realm. By a stroke of luck, Liu Ri Tian's family heirloom manuscript ended up submerged in water, revealing fresh script. Following the instructions, Liu Ri Tian embarked on a journey back to the ancient world of martial arts. Overcoming various challenges, Liu Ri Tian eventually emerged as a legendary hero in the realm of martial arts.

In the second season, the storyline takes a darker turn as the princes compete for the vacant seat of the Crown Prince. Despite Crown Prince Yin Reng losing power, Nian Shu Yuan stands by his side. When Empress Dowager Xiao Zhuang falls seriously ill, they leave the palace to pray for her recovery. Their sincerity moves Kang Xi, who reinstates Yin Reng as Crown Prince after the First Prince's conspiracy is exposed. Meanwhile, war hero Nian Geng Yao returns with increased military and political influence. Even the secretive Fourth Prince begins to make a move towards claiming the throne.

Yu Yuan Yuan finds herself traveling back in time to ancient China after entering a painting

The versatile scholar Tong Bak Fu is on a journey across the country accompanied by his close friend Wat Gei. He is in search of the final beauty to include in his 'Nine Beauties Painting'. Along the way, he develops feelings for Chau Heung, a maid from the Wah family, and decides to paint her to complete his masterpiece. To get closer to her, he joins the Wah family as a servant. Initially, Chau Heung sees Tong Bak Fu as lacking in talent. However, as challenges arise that only Tong Bak Fu can overcome, their relationship becomes more complicated. Despite having different perspectives on life, Tong Bak Fu and Chau Heung find themselves at odds. The situation is further complicated by Princess Tin Yuk, who constantly bullies Tong Bak Fu and others but eventually falls in love with him. Adding to the drama, Tong Bak Fu becomes entangled in a power struggle involving the Emperor, Prince Ling, and others.

Consort Shun expressed her discontent with her elder sister Consort Yu by spreading rumors about her within the palace. The nanny, Sheung Ling, had ulterior motives as she pretended to help uncover the truth for others, when in reality she was scheming for personal gain. She managed to earn Consort Yu's trust and they became close friends. The arrival of Kunqu Opera artist Ko Lau Fei and FaDan Wan Chau Yin stirred up emotions among the women in the palace. Feeling threatened by Consort Yu interfering with her plans, Shun devised a cunning scheme. Unexpectedly, she found herself entangled in a complicated relationship with Ling and Fei. To further manipulate her sister, Shun enlisted the help of fortune-teller Tung Kat Hoi, who was seen as eccentric by the public but was privy to the true madness within the Forbidden City.

In the realm of television broadcasting, Na Mi Rae journeys back in time to stop her 32-year-old self from marrying news anchor Kim Shin. This intervention alters her past, allowing her to follow the aspirations she truly desires in life.

Taking place during the early Qing dynasty, the plot centers on the love affair between Dorgon and Empress Dowager Xiao Zhuang. (Wikipedia)

The knowledgeable scholar Ji Xiao Lan engages in a continuous mental and verbal clash with the seemingly gentlemanly yet corrupt official He Shen, both enjoying the battle with no clear winner. Emperor Qian Long's actions sow discord between them, leading Ji Xiao Lan and He Shen to strategize relentlessly. The BronzeTeeth III consists of six stories that vividly depict power struggles in the Qing imperial court through humor, anger, and curses.

Extremely Urgent is set in the aftermath of the downfall of the Qing Dynasty in 1911. With the weak warlord government in power, thieves are targeting the nation's treasures, many of which are now in the hands of the public. He Cai is determined to safeguard a valuable treasure map that could lead to the 64 volumes of the Yongle Encyclopedia. To do this, he establishes a group called Dancing Sand to protect the treasures. Unexpectedly, he crosses paths with Chen Mo, a Chinese boxing expert who was raised in America and has returned to Shanghai in search of a valuable artifact. Chen Mo lost her biological father at a young age and was taken in by an American named Henry, who trained her in the art of treasure hunting. Despite starting off on opposing sides, He Cai and Chen Mo find themselves drawn to each other and eventually fall in love.

The protagonist, a woman, travels back in time and inhabits the body of a queen in a kingdom with a large male harem of approximately 30 men, where she has the ability to conceive children with them.

The cunning leader of the Manchurian constable is plotting to thwart any uprising by martial artists against the Qing government. Kam, a rogue with exceptional martial arts skills in secret, is the only one aware of the constable's scheme. He joins forces with fellow fighters and pledges to topple the Manchurians. (ovguide.com)

Master Long and his loyal friend Fang Xiu Cai come together to help their village during a severe outbreak. They later uncover that Madam Long and Master Long are responsible for the disease outbreak. The wicked duo then kills Master Long and blames Fang Xiu Cai for the epidemic, resulting in the demise of the entire Fang family except for Fang Xiu Cai's young son. In a twist of fate, Fang Xiu Cai's son is mistakenly switched with the Long family's son. The true heir of the Long family is raised by the Guan family, while Fang's son grows up in the Long family's care.

During the Qing Dynasty, a princess witnesses the downfall of her family. She navigates through challenging circumstances and grows into a successful businesswoman. Tong Yu Wan, despite her royal background, represents a new wave of empowered women in the Republican era. Her affection for Zhou Ting Chen develops after he saves her from danger, but she is ultimately married off to Du Yun Tang, the son of a wealthy businessman, by her parents. Du Yun Tang may seem carefree on the surface, but he proves to be a valuable and strategic business partner for Yu Wan. Meanwhile, Zhou Ting Chen becomes involved in revolutionary activities, while his friend Li Shao Feng poses as the only son of the Li family and offers his sister Li Xue Mei to warlord Shen Zhi Pei. At the same time, Li Shao Feng works for a Japanese company and becomes a fierce competitor to the Du family in the race for development projects. Yu Wan finds herself entangled in complex relationships with various individuals in her life, including her lover Zhou Ting Chen, husband Du Yun Tang, friend Li Xue Mei, foe Li Shao Feng, and twins Qing Ping and Hong Yu.

The story takes place between the 1920s and 1940s and focuses on Beile Ha Lan, a mischievous and timid individual from the former Qing Dynasty. Ha Lan's life takes a dramatic turn when he comes into possession of a confidential document detailing the treasures hidden in the imperial tombs. Born in a rundown palace in the capital city in 1909, Ha Lan shares a childhood romance with Xiao Yue Lou. While serving as a study companion in the palace, Ha Lan develops a passion for imperial cuisine and befriends the skilled Chef Xie. Despite being engaged to Tong Li Hua, the daughter of Marquis Tong, Ha Lan declines the arrangement and expresses his desire to marry Xiao Yue Lou instead. Elsewhere, Eunuch Wang steals the secret tomb records, but Chef Xie manages to swap it with a meal given to Ha Lan. Additionally, Eunuch Wang's godson, Wang Si Jai, is also on the hunt for the treasures.

Mei Ayazuki, a high school girl, encounters a enigmatic magician named Chari while visiting an amusement park. Suddenly, Chari transports her back in time to Tokyo during the Meiji era. In this new setting, Mei finds herself at the historic Rokumeikan building, where she encounters prominent figures from that time period. However, Mei soon realizes that she has lost sight of Chari.

This period drama series from China follows the story of a well-known merchant family involved in the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine towards the end of the Qing dynasty

In Wangsha Village, Macau, a determined young man named Lin Wei Liang courageously revolted against colonial authority by assassinating Shavard, the Portuguese colonial governor of Macau, thus symbolizing Macau's fight for independence

A television series depicting the dreams, challenges, and victories of Nu Er Ha Chi, the founder of the Qing Dynasty. It follows his journey from a humble soldier to successfully overthrowing the formidable Ming Dynasty. (DramaWiki)

Taking place at the conclusion of the Sui Dynasty, a period marked by various factions vying for control, this tale introduces two young orphans, Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling. Through a series of fortunate events, they come into possession of "The Secret to Long Life", granting them exceptional martial skills and an opportunity to ascend to prominence in a tumultuous era. Inspired by the work of Wong Yee.

In a twist of fate, a young man is mysteriously sent back to the Tang Dynasty where he is greeted by a bevy of lovely women. seizing the opportunity, he introduces innovations like perfume, soccer, and other advanced gadgets that quickly make him a beloved figure in this ancient time period. Will he ultimately choose to remain in the past, forsaking his modern life altogether? "Man Comes to Tang Dynasty" marks the debut of the initial Chinese historical Web drama series.

When Li Chu Yue travels back in time, she narrowly avoids death when mistaken for an assassin by An Jing Zhao, the heir of Yunwei Villa. Despite surviving by sheer luck, she is forced to team up with An Jing Zhao in a scheme to deceive others into believing they are a married couple.

Po Chung Ling was born into a family known for their expertise in New Year prints, in the city of Jinan. He is highly intelligent, and his father, Po Poon, has always hoped that he would continue the family tradition. However, Ling believes that Poon is involved in corruption with some officials, leading to a strained relationship between them. Ling's close friend, Ko Jit, who is a constable, shares his disdain for corrupt officials. There are rumors circulating about a troublesome fox spirit in Jinan, and when Ling and Jit investigate, Ling is almost fatally injured. Thankfully, a mysterious girl named Ling Wu Siu Tsui saves him just in time. It is later revealed that Tsui is the fox spirit, and she saved Ling as a way of repaying a debt from the past. As they grow closer, Tsui begins to develop feelings for Ling. Meanwhile, the Po family receives a large order for New Year prints and must hire many female workers to complete the job on time. One of the applicants, Lau Sum Yu, has ulterior motives - she is seeking revenge on a man who wronged her sister. Little does she know, she will soon find herself entangled in a love triangle involving Ling and Jit.

The story follows the journey of the head chef at the royal palace during the rule of Emperor Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty. Beginning as an unskilled cook with exceptional knife skills, he rises to become the top chef in the palace.

During the Ming Dynasty, the Emperor tasked three individuals with locating a renowned book on country and people management. This book was concealed within the tomb of the first Ming emperor, along with a significant amount of gold. The trio who entered the tomb consisted of the Emperor's royal brother, Chen Wong Ye, an official named Lu Duan Wen, and his spouse. To unlock the tomb, they required three keys. Inside the tomb, Chen Wong Ye harbored intentions of eliminating Lu Duan Wen and his wife in order to seize the treasure and the book, with aspirations of usurping his brother and claiming the throne for himself. Thankfully, a grave robber named Li Jia Li intervened to rescue Lu Duan Wen and his wife, allowing Chen Wong Ye to flee with one key. Lu Duan Wen and his wife retained one key, while the grave robber held onto the third key. They agreed to a pact that involved their children marrying each other. On the journey back, Lu Duan Wen went into labor and delivered a baby girl with the assistance of a benevolent elderly man named Wu Ma. Tragically, she passed away shortly thereafter.

During the late Qing dynasty, China faced humiliating defeats in battles against foreign powers like Britain and Japan. As a result, China was compelled to sign unfair treaties and give up territories to foreigners. Huo Yuan Jia, the son of Huo En Di, goes to Beijing to meet his father's acquaintance, "Great Sword" Wang Wu. Unintentionally, he becomes involved in the events of the Hundred Days' Reform. Wang is a supporter of the reformists and tries to rescue the "Six Gentlemen", who are imprisoned on the orders of Empress Dowager Cixi. Huo decides to help Wang in his mission, but they are unsuccessful, leading to the public execution of the six men and Wang's tragic death later on. Through these events, Huo Yuan Jia realizes the deteriorating condition of China and understands the need for change in order for the country to survive in the future.

Bai He, a spirited young woman, experiences a life-changing accident that leads her on a journey through various fictional worlds in order to rescue a friend. As a college freshman raised by her father, Bai He embodies traits of justice, respect for elders, and a hint of tomboyishness. Following the accident, Bai He finds herself immersed in fantastical adventures that span different historical periods, from ancient dynasties to the Republican era and modern times. Her task is to assist minor characters in these stories in discovering their purpose, ultimately saving her dear friend Li Yan Xi. This narrative is inspired by Wan Er's novel, "Pao Hui Gong Lue."

A romantic tale unfolds in ancient China during the Qing Dynasty. The general's daughter crosses paths with a bandit from the desert, while the bodyguard's daughter encounters a future Daoist. Amidst the love stories, a larger scheme is in motion involving a discontented prince plotting to overthrow the current Emperor. He seeks assistance from a remarkable sword belonging to the renowned Wu Dang clan, capable of slicing through metal effortlessly, and a formidable set of martial arts techniques. This narrative is based on the novel "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" by Wang Du Lu, with two versions available: 20 episodes lasting 48 minutes (China) and 34 episodes lasting 65 minutes (Taiwan).

The Luckiest Man is a comedy that takes place during the Ching Dynasty and follows Dai, the sole heir of a wealthy rural family. Despite his vow to remain loyal to one woman, Dai finds himself with two wives due to unexpected circumstances. This leads to a series of peculiar adventures for Dai, including an unlikely friendship with the young Ching Emperor. The film explores themes of fidelity, love, and the twists of fate in a light-hearted historical setting. (yesasia.com)

Song Soo Jung is a leading celebrity known for her haughty demeanor. She tends to judge individuals based on their wealth. Unexpectedly, she finds herself transported back to the Goguryeo period, where she encounters On Dal. He is willing to do whatever it takes to earn money, yet he shows kindness to the less fortunate and needy.

When a time anomaly causes a futuristic mobile device from 2060 and characters from an ancient Chinese tale to appear in 2006, chaos ensues. Jiao must now swap his sword for a superhero cape in order to protect Earth from the menacing Bull Demon. This CGI-filled mashup of fantasy, adventure, sci-fi, and comedy promises a rollicking good time. Along for the ride are Shu Chang (Lotus Lantern) and Li Bin (Shanghai Dream), adding to the lighthearted fun.