Historical and Period Short Dramas
Palace intrigue, border campaigns and modern minds waking up in ancient bodies. Costume series in short vertical episodes, subtitled in English.
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Destined to Rule
The Forgotten Heir
Studio: Chronicle Presents
A blind slave endures daily humiliation and mockery, but harbors a hidden past and a mysterious connection to a legendary sword. When he finally draws the king's sword, his true identity and power are revealed, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation and a quest for justice.
Kingdom's Keeper
Studio: Heartland TV
Mocked and dismissed as a lowly stable maid, a young woman quietly endures the scorn of those around her. But beneath her humble station lies a legendary past tied to the empire itself, and the day will come when the truth can no longer be hidden.
Before the War
Studio: Chronicle Presents
In 1935, a young German woman and a young English man meet as the world stands on the brink of upheaval. Their bond is tested by the growing divide between their countries and the looming shadow of war.
The Art of Unseeing
Unicorn Studios
In a treacherous imperial court, a young woman survives by pretending to be a harmless fool while secretly watching every scheme and betrayal around her. As she quietly gathers dangerous secrets, she must decide how long she can keep up the act before someone discovers the sharp mind behind her vacant smile.
Fist of Fury
Studio: Seven Minutes TV
In early 20th-century Shanghai, a martial artist returns to his roots to honor his master's legacy and confront those who disrespect the Chinese spirit. As tensions rise between local fighters and foreign oppressors, he must uphold the principles of honor and justice in a city teeming with conflict.
Reborn as the Outlaw Hero
Oaklandcity Studios
A modern military commander is reborn as the legendary hero Lin Chong in the Water Margin universe, landing right in the middle of a chaotic wedding feast. His modern sensibilities clash with ancient martial world codes as he navigates a world of outlaws and intrigue.
Huo Qubing
Studio: Final Audience
An emperor's order sends a young general north with instructions that leave no room for interpretation: raze the Hun court and bring it back. Thirty li ahead, the enemy has already been sighted. Dawn is the deadline. The general is barely old enough to hold the command, and the men waiting on his word know it.
The Great Feast
Studio: Twelve Cooking Media
Set in the Qing Dynasty, this series blends historical storytelling with the art of traditional Chinese cuisine, focusing on the creation and cultural significance of almond tofu. As the protagonist navigates the imperial court's intricate social dynamics, the series explores how food becomes a medium for memory, power, and identity.