my favorite dramas, all watched all the way through and rated 10 stars

i love this so much, i’m in tears (best dramas)

Tencent

Tang San (Xiao Zhan), a meticulous and talented soul master, begins his journey at Ruoding Academy at age six, driven by his dream of becoming a great cultivator. Alongside his close friend Gu Xiao Wu (Wu Xuan Yi), he trains under Yu Xiao Gang (Calvin Chen) and eventually joins the Shrek Academy with five other prodigies, forming the legendary "Shrek Seven Devils." As their reputation grows, they are invited to the Tian Dou Royal Academy, where they become entangled in an imperial power struggle between princes. Tang San simultaneously uncovers a mysterious secret about his mother's death, forcing him to fight on multiple fronts to protect his loved ones, bring honor to his sect, and pursue his ultimate goal of becoming the greatest soul master. Based on the novel "Dou Luo Da Lu" by Tang Jia San Shao, this is a 2020 Chinese fantasy drama directed by Yang Zhen Yu.

Douluo Continent

🐇 Shrek Devils Team 🌱

Shang Gu (Zhou Dong Yu) is an immensely powerful, benevolent being and the leader of a group of four immortals that help mortal people, who revere them as deities. As a final act of selflessness, Shang Gu sacrificed herself in a trial that lasted 60,000 years. One of her fellow immortals, Bai Jue (Xu Kai), has loved Shang Gu for countless lifetimes, and is overjoyed when he manages to help Shang Gu return, even if she’s in a new body. However, this new incarnation of Shang Gu has no recollection of the past, and Bai Jue’s effort to bring Shang Gu back came at the cost of his own reincarnation cycle. But as Bai Jue’s own life force begins to fade, Shang Gu’s memories slowly begin to return. Can she rescue this timeless love… or is it already too late? This 2021 Chinese drama, based on the novel “Ancient God” by Xing Ling, was directed by Yin Tao and Li Cai.

Ancient Love Poetry

❤️My Heart Rhymes With Yours❤️

Youku

Ji Yun He (Dilraba Dilmurat) has the incredible ability to tame demons. Unfortunately, instead of putting her talents to good use by traveling to places where demons run amok, strict imperial laws forbid her from leaving the borders of Demon Valley. But adventure comes to her in the form of Chang Yi (Ren Jia Lun), a merman forced to come to the valley by a cruel princess. The princess demands Yun He to use her powers to give Chang Yi the ability to speak human words and grow human legs, and subsequently pledge his undying loyalty to her. Yun He soon begins to pity the merman, and even starts to fall for him. She yearns to grant him freedom, but could attempting to do so spell disaster for Yun He? This 2022 Chinese drama series was based on a novel by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang and was directed by Chu Yui Bun.

The Blue Whisper

☙Careless Whisper❧

Born blind, Hong Cheon Gi (Kim Yoo Jung) is a gifted painter who miraculously regains her sight and earns an unprecedented position at the prestigious royal art school during the Dan dynasty. In contrast, astrologer Ha Ram (Ahn Hyo Seop), despite his ability to see the future, lost his sight in a childhood accident. Fate brings Cheon Gi and Ha Ram together, and they quickly fall in love. However, their budding romance is threatened by political machinations of the royal court. Is their love fated to last or was it doomed from the start? Adapted from the novel of the same name by Jung Eun Gwol, this 2021 South Korean fantasy romance series was directed by Jang Tae Yoo.

Lovers of the Red Sky

For Your Eyes Only 👁‿👁  

Hunan TV

At the young age of nine, Xiao Yan (Leo Wu) was powerless to intervene when his mother was killed, and despite his best efforts, Xiao Yan’s martial arts abilities didn't develop as his family had hoped. But all that changes when he accidentally summons the Medicine Lord, Yao Chen (Baron Chen), with his mother’s ring when he is 15. With the help of Yao Chen, Xiao Yan becomes a great martial artist who is intent on bringing his mother’s killer to justice. Accompanied by his loyal companion Xiao Xun'er (Lin Yun), he embarks on a dangerous quest to confront the evil forces responsible for his mother's death and restore peace to the martial arts world. This is a 2018 Chinese martial arts drama series based on the novel of the same name by Tian Can Tu Dou, directed by Yu Rong Guang.

Fights Break Sphere

The Heaven's fighters' Team

Tencent Video

A scheming prince carries out a bloody coup, taking charge of the Tang Dynasty and killing Li Chang Ge's (Dilraba Dilmurat) family in the process. She escapes, and vows to take revenge on the prince, who places himself on the throne. Chang Ge gathers an army, but her plans take a turn when her forces fall to the Eastern Turkic Khaganate. The victorious General Ashile Sun (Leo Wu) holds her captive, ordering her to become his military strategist as he looks to pursue his own goals. Over time, they form a formidable partnership, and she slowly finds herself falling for her captor while he starts to develop feelings for her as well. Despite this, Chang Ge hasn’t forgotten her quest for vengeance on the usurper. Can she convince Sun to help wipe out her family’s killer? And will she and the general find love on the way? This 2021 Chinese drama series, based on a hit comic by artist Xia Da, was directed by Chu Yui Bun.

The Long Ballad

The Ode to Love Team

JSTV

Ruyi (Zhou Xun), a cunning consort in the imperial court, skillfully navigates the dangerous political landscape to rise through the ranks and become Empress. Despite her strategic prowess, her relationship with Emperor Qianlong (Wallace Huo) becomes increasingly strained as she faces numerous conspiracies and challenges within the palace. Battling against powerful rivals and personal setbacks, Ruyi must use all her intelligence and resilience to maintain her precarious position as Empress. This is a 2018 Chinese historical drama adapted from the novel Hou Gong Ru Yi Zhuan and serves as a sequel to the 2011 series "Empresses in the Palace."

Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace

Qing Hair and Those Who Dare

TV Chosun

In the ultra-conservative Joseon Dynasty, Kang Eun Bo (Jin Se Yeon) seeks justice for her murdered twin sister by becoming the Queen. To achieve her goal, she must win the heart of King Lee Kyung (Kim Min Kyu), a ruler more focused on political stability than romance. Navigating a competitive royal court filled with beautiful women vying for the king's attention, Eun Bo faces numerous challenges. When the king unexpectedly recognizes her from a dream, an unlikely connection begins to form between them. As Eun Bo strategically pursues her revenge and the royal title, she must balance her personal mission with the complex dynamics of the Joseon court. This is a 2019 Viki Original historical drama series directed by Kim Jung Min.

Queen: Love and War

The Lord Devil of the Moon Tribe, Dongfang Qingcang (Dylan Wang) is an emotionless monster who once wreaked chaos in the realm of gods, leading his demon army to victory. Thousands of years later, Orchid (Esther Yu), a fairy, accidentally frees the cursed and imprisoned Lord Devil. Qingcang plans to sacrifice Orchid to regain his powers and conquer the world again. However, a magical mishap causes them to swap bodies: the formidable Lord Devil is now trapped in Orchid's delicate form, while she inherits his super strength. As they seek to reverse the spell, they must keep their secret to survive. Amidst the chaos, love begins to weave its own enchantment. "Love Between Fairy and Devil" is a 2022 Chinese series directed by Yi Zheng.

Love Between Fairy and Devil

When the human queen gives birth to twins Qing Kui (He Xuan Lin) and Ye Tan (Landy Li), they become admired princesses. Qing Kui is destined to marry heavenly prince Xuan Shang Jun (Chen Xing Xu), while Ye Tan is to wed demon prince Chao Feng (Luke Chen). On the way to their weddings, their palanquins are mixed up, leading to mismatched marriages. Though mismatched, romance begins to blossom between the couples. With trouble brewing in the four realms, can their love survive? Adapted from the novel by Yi Du Jun Hua, this 2023 Chinese fantasy romance drama was directed by Chu Yui Bun.

The Starry Love

Wifey Done My Hair

The Demon Lord (Luo Yun Xi) is an unstoppable being set to unleash unspeakable chaos and destruction on the world. But things were not always so: Centuries ago, he was a mortal prince.
A brave young woman named Li Su Su (Bai Lu) agrees to travel back in time to become the prince’s wife – and destroy him before he can amass all of his evil powers. But when they meet, romance blooms and complicates matters for both parties. Could the power of love overcome violence – and help save the world from evil? This 2023 Chinese drama series was directed by Kuk Kok Leung and Wang Hai Qi.

Till the End of the Moon

🐉 Dragon in a Clam 🐚

Lei Wujie (Ao Rui Peng) dreams of becoming a hero, but his journey takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally damages the Villa of Fallen Snow. Its frustrated owner, Xiao Se (Li Hong Yi), demands repayment, forcing Wujie to bring Xiao Se on his journey to the great city of Xueyue. As the unlikely pair sets off, they soon encounter new companions and stumble upon a web of secrets, including a connection to a long-forgotten battle for the throne. Together, they must face deadly challenges, unaware of the dark mystery one of them holds. This 2022 Chinese martial arts drama, adapted from the novel “Juvenile Songs” by Zhou Mu Nan, was directed by Yin Tao.

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