Movies and TvShows featuring "ancient-china" theme.
A poor and ordinary boy from a village joins a minor sect in Jiang Hu and becomes an Unofficial Disciple by chance. How will Han Li, a commoner by birth, establish a foothold for himself in his sect? With his mediocre aptitude, he must successfully traverse the treacherous path of cultivation and avoid the notice of those who may do him harm. This is a story of an ordinary mortal who, against all odds, clashes with devilish demons and ancient celestials in order to find his own path towards immortality.
The rise of the Qin state in the Warring States period during the reign of Duke Xiao of Qin.
A big dream and a young man determined to change the status quo and work hard to create a new world. The rare and precious treasures, the martial arts, and the lost strong caves, in this era of genius, full of challenges and opportunities. See the adventure of how the Lord lost the mainland and became the supreme Emperor of the storm. The former enemy, now, will never let go! The regret in the dream, now, must make up! When the spirit sword shouts, the heavens and the earth, I am the supreme!
The Legend of Qin follows the Qin dynasty from when the Emperor of the Qin, King Zheng conquered the other 6 nations and unified China, to the rise of the king of Western Chu, Xiang Yu, who capture the capital city, Xianyang.
Joy of Life is a TV show set in ancient China that follows the journey of Fan Xian, a young man with a mysterious past. As he enters the royal palace and becomes entangled in political intrigue, Fan Xian discovers love, friendship, and his own hidden powers. With the backdrop of a fictional kingdom, the story explores themes of power struggle, court intrigue, and the fight against corruption.
A young maiden is kidnapped and sold into servitude at the emperor's palace, where she secretly employs her pharmacist skills with the help of the head eunuch to unravel medical mysteries in the inner court.
In ancient China, a young warrior named Xin embarks on a journey to become the greatest general of all time. As he battles enemies and political unrest, Xin must navigate the treacherous world of war and power.
The story of Mi Yue (Queen Dowager Xuan), the first stateswoman in the history of China. Mi Yue was a young princess who lived in the Kingdom of Chu during the Warring States period. She was sent to Qin as a concubine and part of her sister Mi Shu's dowry, separating her from first love Huang Xie. King Ying Si passes away while his sons are still battling for the throne, and ultimately, Ying Dang comes out as the successor. Mi Yue is banished to Yan with her son Ying Ji. However, Ying Dang suddenly dies, leaving Qin in a state of chaos. Mi Yue enlists the help of the "barbarian" Yiqu army, successfully returning to Qin, suppressing political revolts and instates her son Ying Ji on the throne. Mi Yue goes on to become the first Empress Dowager (Empress Mother) in China’s history.
After being reborn in the ancient times before the Great God-Conferment War, Li Changshou becomes a minor cultivator. His only dream is to live a long life as a cultivator. In order to survive in the cruel Primordial Times, Li Changshou tries hard not to accumulate any karma—killing inevitably leads to feuds. Thus, he always plans thoroughly before doing anything and never allows himself to walk into dangerous situations. He hides his trump cards well, trains himself in escape techniques, refines poisonous pills, and masters his mystical abilities. Li Changshou originally plans to remain hidden and safe in the mountain. There, he is supposed to cultivate until he ascends to immortality. However, everything changed one year when his master seems to think that their lives are too peaceful. He takes in a junior sister…
Two martial artists are brutally killed by a team of assassins, leaving their wards, a young boy and girl, defenseless. A martial arts master dispatches of the assassins, sparing their lives, and decides to take them in. He raises them and teaches them martial arts.
Nirvana in Fire is a TV show set in ancient China, revolving around the protagonist seeking justice and revenge. The plot is filled with political intrigue, court conspiracies, and martial arts battles. The story follows the tragic hero as he navigates the royal palace, uncovering secrets and facing challenges to restore justice to the kingdom.
Empresses in the Palace is a captivating TV show that takes place in the royal palaces of 18th-century China. It follows the intense rivalry, power struggles, and love triangles among strong-willed women vying for the emperor's favor. As the heir to the throne faces multiple challenges, including poison threats, pregnancy complications, and manipulative schemes, the intricate hierarchy and court intrigue unfold in this historical drama. Based on an internet novel, Empresses in the Palace showcases the forbidden city and provides a glimpse into Chinese history.
The story of Sima Yi, a great politician and strategist who lived during the Three Kingdoms era. By his side, Sima Yi has his politically-astute distaff members of his household, and pitted against them are the formidable Cao Cao and his heirs. After defending the Kingdom of Wei from Kongming formidable talents, who will end up with the ultimate power?
The Romance of the Three Kingdoms is a TV show that takes place in ancient China, specifically during the Three Kingdoms period. It follows the political rivalries and power struggles between the various factions and warlords vying for control of the land. The show explores the complex relationships and alliances formed, as well as the bloody battles and strategic maneuvers that shape the fate of the kingdom.
Based on events in 7th and 8th-century Tang dynasty and starring producer Fan Bingbing as the titular character Wu Zetian, The Empress of China is the story of the only woman in Chinese history to rule as an emperor.
They are both chosen in their own ways to protect their people and the country. Ning Que is the only survivor of General Lin Guang Yuan’s regime, which came under a calculated and brutal attack of another dangerous general. Ning Que manages to escape to Du City with his maid, Sang Sang, and joins the best martial arts academy there. When Sang Sang becomes ill with a mysterious illness, Ning Que takes her to a doctor, only to discover that Sang Sang is the reincarnation of Yong Ye, a mysterious and powerful being that is prophesied to bring about chaos. With evil forces now trying to get their hands on Sang Sang to channel her power, Ning Que must put his life on the line to save Sang Sang and his people.
Three Kingdoms is a TV show set in ancient China during the turbulent Three Kingdoms period. It follows the story of various warlords, political leaders, and strategists as they vie for power, engage in battle, and plot against one another.
The Untamed is a story of love, revenge, and supernatural powers in ancient China. It follows the journey of two soulmates, Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji, who must navigate a world filled with hidden identities, magic, and villainous forces while fighting for justice and uncovering the truth about their tragic pasts. This web series explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of power struggles in a fantasy world.
Ye Xingyu'’s master Yu Huanxian went and left a giant Tianyuan Shenzong. Ye Xingyun became the new leader of the Tianyuan Shenzong. At the same time, he exchanged place with the tenth prince of King Qi, and became a child of a small family, hidden in it, waiting for revenge. Ye Xingyun embarked on a very dangerous road, but with his own strategy, and Tianyuan Shenzong masters of all the help of experts, vertical and horizontal tactics, strategizing, against the huge Grand Dynasty.
It is a adapted from a novel by Cang Min Shui 沧溟水 that tells the life of a woman, intelligent and kind, who becomes a concubine of the inner court while her love for the people enables her to do great things for the country. It's standard palace politics that we've all heard before but also the kind of story that can be so addictively good.