Best tv shows like Legend of Awakening
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Plot Summary:
In the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms era, young Lu Ping escapes the wicked forces of Shanhai Tower and discovers his spiritual identity in a moment of enlightenment – or rather, his spiritual identities, as he becomes aware of six distinct souls revolving through his being. When Lu later begins to train and grow under his teacher’s masterful guidance, he meets eternal brethren and earns the affection of the young miss Qin along the way. All is going well until a vision reveals his relationship to an unresolved crime in the martial arts world of a decade earlier.
IMDB Rating: 8.1
IMDB Votes: 79
Genere: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, suspense, disturbing
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Untouchable Lovers (2018)
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Tianji Tower, the leading organisation of the pugilistic world is determined to overthrow the tyrannical ruler Liu Ziye. To achieve their mission, Tianji Tower replaces his sister Liu Chuyu with their own disciple and Princess-lookalike Zhu Que. Zhu Que meets the Princess’ learned companion Rong Zhi, who turns out to be a spy from Northern Wei. Liu Chuyu and Rong Zhi’s relationship eventually breaks down over misunderstandings and differing loyalties, and the latter fakes his death in order to regain Chuyu’s forgiveness. Somehow they accidentally lose their memories, and only meet five years later when Chuyu is sent to marry Northern Wei’s Prince regent, who is none other than the now amnesiac Rong Zhi.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 105
Genere: Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: romantic, serious, captivating, suspenseful, costume drama
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The World of Fantasy (2021)
Plot Summary:
Qin Lie, a young man with amnesia, was involved in a conspiracy due to an accident. After experiencing all kinds of hardships, he and Ling Yushi, his childhood sweetheart, gradually grew up in the spirit domain. The story of the new journey. This group of passionate teenagers, in the search for the truth of their life experience and the pursuit of a higher power, continue to meet new mentors and friends and jointly guard the spiritual domain.
IMDB Rating: 8.2
IMDB Votes: 53
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: captivating, suspense, disturbing
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An Oriental Odyssey (2018)
Plot Summary:
Ye Yuan An is the daughter of the Assistant Minister of Revenue during the Tang Dynasty. Somewhat of an amateur sleuth, Yuan An loves solving mysteries and constantly in competition with Zhao Lan Zhi, a police officer who is trying to do his job. Yuan An has the assistance of Mu Le, a young man she took in as a family servant after saving him from danger. But what will Yuan An do when she discovers Mu Le’s true identity?.
IMDB Rating: 8.5
IMDB Votes: 43
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, disturbing
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Lethal Weapons of Love and Passion (2006)
Plot Summary:
Lethal Weapons of Love and Passion is a Hong Kong television series based on Huang Yi's novel Fuyu Fanyun. It was first broadcast on TVB in January 2006.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 32
Genere: Action, Drama, Romance
Country: Hong Kong
Duration: 60 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, disturbing
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Mirror of the Witch (2016)
Plot Summary:
Seo-Ri's mother Queen Sim was unable to have a child. She went to a shaman to help her have a child. With the help of shaman Hong-Joo's black magic, Queen Sim was able to have a boy and girl twins. The girl, Seo-Ri, was put under a curse and abandoned deep in the mountains. She meets Heo Jun, a young man, there.
IMDB Rating: 7.0
IMDB Votes: 483
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, History, Mystery, Romance
Country: South Korea
Duration:
Plot tags: psychological, tense, sincere, touching, captivating, disturbing, visually appealing, dark fantasy
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Swords of Legends (2014)
Plot Summary:
Set during the Tang Dynasty, a young and quiet swordsman name Baili Tusu is infected by the aura of an ancient demonic sword known as the Sword of Burning Solitude. Living with the dark energy, he grew up without family. Until one day, he meets a friendly girl Feng Qingxue along with a group of heroes, and together they wander the land to seek out destiny and bring balance to the world.
IMDB Rating: 6.1
IMDB Votes: 153
Genere: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: captivating, suspense, suspenseful, disturbing, romantic, scenic, xianxia, costume drama, romantic comedy, period drama
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Guardians of the Ancient Oath (2020)
Plot Summary:
During the Wei and Jin Dynasties, the Yan State was established by Xianbei's Murong family and the wolf tribe outside the mainlands. The Yan king was young, and political battles between the royal families were prosperous. An incident of an adoptive daughter causes the Duke of Zhen's manor to be turned upside down. The eldest son Murong Yan was beheaded, the second son Murong Chen was sent to exile, and the adoptive daughter Murong Yi was sent back to the Wolf tribe's Khan Ming Yefeng, cast aside by the Yan people. Under the help of the evil spirits, Murong Yan, who faked his death, wants to make a comeback and win the ancient gods. Murong Chen studied the powers of vanquishing devils in order to take revenge, and he meets Murong Yi who has transformed into a devil. The three siblings were being coerced by the hate and revenge of the nations, leading to the unraveling of a thousand-year conspiracy to be unraveled.
IMDB Rating: 8.3
IMDB Votes: 31
Genere: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, disturbing
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Swordsman (2013)
Plot Summary:
By the China Audio Visual, in the studio together to build a positive, gold medal screenwriter, producer is based in Jin Yong's famous novel "Swordsman" on March 24 at the first national 4A-class tourist destination Zhejiang Xiandu boot. Joe Chen unassailable modeling exposure, following Wallace (Linghu), Yuan Shanshan (Ren Yingying), such as modeling exposure, the highly anticipated and controversial Joe Chen (Swordsman) modeling has finally surfaced. In addition, Leung Kar Yan (Feng Qingyang), Han Dong (Tian Boguang), Lv Jiarong (Blue Phoenix), Zhang Tianyang (total no Shi) Dingzhuang Zhao also be exposed April 5.
IMDB Rating: 5.8
IMDB Votes: 164
Genere: Action, Fantasy
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, suspense
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Ever Night (2018)
Plot Summary:
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.
IMDB Rating: 8.1
IMDB Votes: 375
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: exciting, sincere, captivating, suspenseful, disturbing, scenic, xianxia
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Handsome Siblings (2020)
Plot Summary:
Clashing martial arts twins face relentless villains, thorny romance and brotherly rivalry as their troubled pasts catch up to them.
IMDB Rating: 7.9
IMDB Votes: 773
Genere: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, suspense
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Honour of the Gods (2001)
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Nar Jar was a 'Fire Master' in his previous life, but was killed by Lee Ching. After reincarnation, he ironically becomes Ching's third son. But he is very much affected by his old memories and cannot forgive his father. Ching also keeps his distance from him because of his exotic nature and eventually sends him away with excuses. Luckily, he is saved by some kind people and becomes a General when he is still a teenager. Meanwhile, the Shang Dynasty emperor Zhou abandons his empire for his mistress Tangie and puts the empire in jeopardy. With help from his friends and family, Nar Jar fights against Zhou's army, but the cunning Tangie plays a trick on Nar Jar that forces him to face his father in combat. Between father and son, who will win this great battle?.
IMDB Rating: 7.1
IMDB Votes: 136
Genere: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: Hong Kong
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, disturbing
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Chinese Paladin (2005)
Plot Summary:
Chinese Paladin is a Chinese television series produced by Chinese Entertainment Shanghai Ltd. It was first broadcast on CTV and CBG in Taiwan and mainland China respectively in January 2005. The series is based on the original version of the RPG The Legend of Sword and Fairy. It was followed by Chinese Paladin 3 in 2009. The series brings together cast members from China, Hong Kong and Singapore.
IMDB Rating: 7.4
IMDB Votes: 472
Genere: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, suspense, disturbing, xianxia, costume drama
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The Legend of Zu (2015)
Plot Summary:
He was the chosen one. Lu Pao is a dangerous swordsman who is out to get his hands on the powerful Red Ghost Stone. The Sushan School, China’s most famous and influential martial arts school, is the guardian of the stone and protector of the world. The school’s headmaster puts the precious Red Ghost Stone into the body of the talented young swordsman Ding Yin in order to keep it from falling into Lu Pao’s hands. Ding Yin enters the Sushan School to train to become the best swordsman in the world and vows to keep the world safe from the evil doings of Lu Pao. But then Ding Yin meets Lu Pao’s daughter, Yu Wu Xing, who looks just like his dead wife. When Ding Yin falls in love with Wu Xing, will he be able to carry out his mission?.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 55
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, suspense, disturbing, xianxia
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Who Rules The World (2022)
Plot Summary:
A legendary wuxia romance that focuses on the decade-long romance between Hei Fengxi and Bai Fengxi, and the adventures they embark on together.
IMDB Rating: 8.2
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: psychological, tense, captivating, disturbing
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The Legend of Qin (2015)
Plot Summary:
Based off the very popular CGI animation series Qin's Moon, comes an adaptation from Tangren.
IMDB Rating: 7.1
IMDB Votes: 42
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: captivating, disturbing, historical romance
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Wind and Cloud (2002)
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IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 187
Genere: Action, Fantasy
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, disturbing
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The Four (2015)
Plot Summary:
The Four is the story of four young men – Cold Blood, Chaser, Heartless, and Iron Fist – who each excel in different martial arts practices and use their expertise to bring down corruption and establish justice.~~ Based on the wuxia series by Wen Ruian.
IMDB Rating: 7.8
IMDB Votes: 54
Genere: Drama, Fantasy
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: exciting, tense, captivating, suspense, disturbing
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Douluo Continent (2021)
Plot Summary:
It tells the story of Tang San who overcomes many difficulties to protect his loved ones, bring honor to his sect, help his country and become the strongest and bravest soul master.
IMDB Rating: 8.1
IMDB Votes: 3000
Genere: Action, Fantasy, Horror
Country: China
Duration: 38 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, suspense, disturbing, anime, xianxia
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Demon Catcher Zhong Kui (2018)
Plot Summary:
After getting in deep trouble because of his painfully stubborn and headstrong personality, Zhong Kui is banished from the heavens to live as a human with no memories of his past. In pursuit of his real identity, he crosses paths with Yang Ren Zhi and Ling Xi who join in his travel to become faithful allies. Even without his powers, Zhong Kui as Mu Tian Ran relies on his intelligence and wit to better their odds. However, the group gets caught in the center of a conspiracy that could turn them against each other.
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Genere: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, entertaining, suspenseful
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Fighter of the Destiny (2017)
Plot Summary:
Chun Chang Sheng was abandoned in a flowing river and plucked up by a Taoist monk. He’s actually the fourth Prince of the Chen’s Royal bloodline. He’s plagued with an incurable illness, fated not to live past the age of 20. To find a cure, he leaves his temple, armed with a promise of marriage scroll, to become a student at a famous academy. He meets Xu You Rong and they slowly fall in love after hopping through the trials and tribulations of his journey.
IMDB Rating: 6.6
IMDB Votes: 186
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, History, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: xianxia, exciting, tense, captivating, disturbing, anime, tear jerker, costume drama, historical drama, period drama
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Laughing in the Wind (2001)
Plot Summary:
Laughing in the Wind is a 2001 Chinese television series produced by Zhang Jizhong, starring Li Yapeng and Xu Qing in the leading roles. The series is an adaptation of Louis Cha's novel The Smiling, Proud Wanderer. It was first broadcast on CCTV in China in 2001.
IMDB Rating: 8.0
IMDB Votes: 574
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating
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The King's Avatar (2019)
Plot Summary:
Ye Xiu is the star player on an esports team that dominates the Chinese leagues of hit multiplayer titled “Glory.” His gaming days appear to have come to an abrupt halt, however, when he is forced out of his team – who are keen to accept a lucrative sponsorship deal he is vehemently opposed to. Dejected, Ye Xiu takes a job at a late-night Internet cafe, and eventually strikes up a friendship with Chen Guo, the cafe’s owner. Eventually, Chen Guo reveals her plan – to launch a new “Glory” team led by Ye Xui. Will Ye Xiu resume his “Glory” days? And can he recruit – and train – enough fellow members to return to the top of the national rankings...and take revenge on his disloyal former teammates?.
IMDB Rating: 8.1
IMDB Votes: 1000
Genere: Action, Adventure
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: captivating, scenic, anime, exciting, tense, light
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Martial Universe (2018)
Plot Summary:
Lin Dong, a child from a small village isn't favored by his clan. By chance, Lin Dong obtains a mysterious artifact that is coveted by many clans in the martial world. Because of this artifact, Lin Dong is approached by many people of different clans and is forcibly involved in various events of the martial universe.
IMDB Rating: 5.9
IMDB Votes: 369
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: tense, captivating, anime, xianxia, costume drama, exciting, period drama
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The Knight of Shadows: Between Yin and Yang (2019)
Plot Summary:
Pu Songling (Jackie Chan), a legendary demon hunter, is asked to investigate the mysterious disappearances of young girls from a small village. When he discovers evil forces are kidnapping the girls to feast on their souls, he sets out to save humanity from the inhuman invasion journeying through hidden worlds and colorful dimensions.
IMDB Rating: 4.9
IMDB Votes: 2000
Genere: Action, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Romance, War
Country: China
Duration: 109 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, disturbing, visually appealing
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Immortality (2021)
Plot Summary:
The story is set in a tumultuous era where the world is facing a probable invasion by the demon world due to a rift in the heavens. The world's most powerful cultivator Chu Wanning did not forget his original intention of joining the world to help the Dao cultivation and sets out on a mission to protect the beings of the world. He uses his abilities to prevent the heavens from splitting and at the same time, his compassion and love influences his misguided disciple Mo Ran to return to the righteous path he has strayed from. Chu Wanning also successfully imparts the value of putting the greater good before personal desires to Mo Ran. In the end, the pair of teacher and disciple dedicate their lives and work together with the rest of the cultivating heroes to stop the villains' conspiracy and protect the world.
IMDB Rating: 7.9
IMDB Votes: 297
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
Country: China
Duration:
Plot tags: xianxia, exciting, tense, captivating, disturbing, tear jerker, costume drama, tearjerker
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The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber (2009)
Plot Summary:
The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber is a Chinese television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel of the same title. It is a final installment of a trilogy produced by Zhang Jizhong, preceded by The Legend of the Condor Heroes and The Return of the Condor Heroes. Unlike most of the previous adaptations, this remake is the first to be primarily based on the third edition of the novel. The series was first broadcast on Wenzhou TV in China in October 2009.
IMDB Rating: 6.5
IMDB Votes: 107
Genere: Action, Adventure
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: exciting, tense, captivating
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Xuan-Yuan Sword: Scar of Sky (2012)
Plot Summary:
Can they put their differences aside for the greater good? Chen Jing Chou is a playful, childish descendant of the Chen Dynasty. Yu Wen Tuo is the descendant of the rival Northern Zhou Dynasty who is on a mission to recover his fallen empire. When Jing Chou’s shifu (master) is placed into a frozen limbo by Satan, Jing Chou and Wen Tuo join forces to hunt down 10 mystical weapons that can close the Gates of Hell and banish the evil demons from the human world. Joining them on this epic journey are Tuo Ba Yu’er and Du Gu Ning Ke. Can the bickering group put their personal feelings aside for the good of humanity?.
IMDB Rating: 6.1
IMDB Votes: 79
Genere: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: tense, captivating, xianxia, exciting
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The Yin Yang Master (2021)
Plot Summary:
The world is on the verge of a devastating war with monsters who are coming to retrieve the Scaling Stone. Yin Yang Master Qingming's life is in danger and he travels to different worlds to prepare for the upcoming assaults. On his journey, Qingming finds that the key to all the calamities is embracing his hybrid identity of both human and monster.
IMDB Rating: 6.4
IMDB Votes: 3000
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 113 min
Plot tags: tense, enigmatic, captivating, suspense, disturbing, perverse
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Battle Through the Heavens (2018)
Plot Summary:
Xiao Yan is a genius child who suddenly loses all his powers. In a world governed by strength and power, Xiao Yan’s lack of talent is an embarrassment to his family. At the age of 15, Xiao Yan accidentally summons Yaochen from his mother’s ring. With the elder’s help, Xiao Yan’s skills improve by leaps and bounds. After his entire family is assassinated, Xiao Yan embarks on a journey to find his family’s killer and return peace to the Jianghu (martial world).
IMDB Rating: 7.7
IMDB Votes: 702
Genere: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Country: China
Duration: 45 min
Plot tags: captivating, exciting, tense, xianxia
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GARO (2005)
Plot Summary:
"Where there is light, shadows lurk and fear reigns. But by the blade of Knights, Mankind was given hope." The Makai fight a secret war against the demon forces known as Horrors, evil creatures that manifest themselves through darkness to devour Humanity. On the frontlines are the Makai Knights, given the task of watching over a district and eliminating any Horrors that manifest there. GARO follows the tales of the Knights bearing the title of ‘Golden Knight Garo’, and their duty to vanquish the Horrors and protect Humanity from the darkness.
IMDB Rating: 7.5
IMDB Votes: 248
Genere: Action, Fantasy, Horror
Country: Japan
Duration: 24 min
Plot tags: anime, exciting, tense, captivating, weird