Set in the ancient capital Luoyang during the era of 13 dynasties, it revolves around three people who come together to investigate a series of mysterious incidents involving the conspiracy to overthrow Empress Wu Ze Tian. Adapted from the novel Luoyang by Ma Bo Yong.
Beneath the decadence of 1929 Berlin, lies an underworld city of sin. Police investigator Gereon Rath has been transferred from Cologne to the epicenter of political and social changes in the Golden Twenties.
Also tagged period drama, costume drama, historical drama
He's everyone's favorite action hero... but he's a hero with a difference. Angus MacGyver is a secret agent whose wits are his deadliest weapon. Armed with only a knapsack filled with everyday items he picks up along the way, he improvises his way out of every peril the bad guys throw at him. Making a bomb out of chewing gum? Fixing a speeding car's brakes... while he's riding in it? Using soda pop to cook up tear gas? That's all in a day's adventures for MacGyver. He's part Boy Scout, part genius. And all hero.
Also tagged espionage, spy
Due to a political conspiracy, an innocent man is sent to death row and his only hope is his brother, who makes it his mission to deliberately get himself sent to the same prison in order to break the both of them out, from the inside out.
Also tagged wrongful imprisonment, escaped prisoner
Mary, Queen of Scots, faces political and sexual intrigue in the treacherous world of the French court.
Also tagged historical fiction, costume drama
Former British soldier Jonathan Pine navigates the shadowy recesses of Whitehall and Washington where an unholy alliance operates between the intelligence community and the secret arms trade. To infiltrate the inner circle of lethal arms dealer Richard Onslow Roper, Pine must himself become a criminal.
Also tagged espionage, spy
To carry out the biggest heist in history, a mysterious man called The Professor recruits a band of eight robbers who have a single characteristic: none of them has anything to lose. Five months of seclusion - memorizing every step, every detail, every probability - culminate in eleven days locked up in the National Coinage and Stamp Factory of Spain, surrounded by police forces and with dozens of hostages in their power, to find out whether their suicide wager will lead to everything or nothing.
Also tagged heist, bank robbery
A show of heroic deeds and epic battles with a thematic depth that embraces politics, religion, warfare, courage, love, loyalty and our universal search for identity. Combining real historical figures and events with fictional characters, it is the story of how a people combined their strength under one of the most iconic kings of history in order to reclaim their land for themselves and build a place they call home.
Also tagged historical fiction, costume drama, historical drama
A female coroner and royal detective solve a decades-old mystery in Tang Dynasty China, risking all to expose dangerous secrets.
Also tagged tang dynasty
Atlantic City at the dawn of Prohibition is a place where the rules don't apply. And the man who runs things -- legally and otherwise -- is the town's treasurer, Enoch "Nucky" Thompson, who is equal parts politician and gangster.
Also tagged historical fiction, period drama, costume drama
Imprisoned in the 1940s for the double murder of his wife and her lover, upstanding banker Andy Dufresne begins a new life at the Shawshank prison, where he puts his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.
Also tagged wrongful imprisonment, prison escape
With a genius-level IQ, Woo Young-woo learns to embrace her extraordinary self while forming a tight-knit community of friends and allies.
Also tagged courtroom, slight romance
McWalter, a legendary American elite agent, is falsely accused of a series of attacks all around the globe. Determined to clear his name, he goes on the run to solve the mystery, thwart a earthwise conspiracy, and save the world…
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In 9th century China, a corrupt government wages war against a rebel army called the Flying Daggers. A romantic warrior breaks a beautiful rebel out of prison to help her rejoin her fellows, but things are not what they seem.
Also tagged tang dynasty
Ethan Hunt and team continue their search for the terrifying AI known as the Entity — which has infiltrated intelligence networks all over the globe — with the world's governments and a mysterious ghost from Hunt's past on their trail. Joined by new allies and armed with the means to shut the Entity down for good, Hunt is in a race against time to prevent the world as we know it from changing forever.
Also tagged espionage, spy
Set in a world of greed, betrayal, sexual intrigue and rivalry, this lavish drama series follows explorer Marco Polo's adventures in the 13th century.
Also tagged historical drama
Set during the Cold War period in the 1980s, The Americans is the story of Elizabeth and Philip Jennings, two Soviet KGB officers posing as an American married couple in the suburbs of Washington D.C. and their neighbor, Stan Beeman, an FBI Counterintelligence agent.
Also tagged period drama, spy
A chronicle of the life of 18th century aristocrat Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, who was reviled for her extravagant political and personal life.
Also tagged costume drama
A unique team, consisting of a federal agent, a police officer and a conspiracy theory novelist, investigate the shocking reappearance of Alcatraz's most notorious prisoners, fifty years after they supposedly vanished.
Also tagged escaped prisoner
Zhang Qing, a present-day college student in culture and history major wants to study in professor Ye's postgraduate class, so he decides to write a historical fiction to elaborate his perspective of analyzing ancient literature history with modern concept. In the fiction, Zhang himself acts as a young man Fan Xian with mysterious life who lives in a remote seaside town of Kingdom Qing in his childhood, under the help of a mysterious mentor and a blindfolded watchman. Fan goes to the capital when he grows up, where he experiences plenty of ordeal and temper. Fan persists in adhering the rule of justice and goodness and lives his own glorious life.
In a time of turmoil, Xu Xiao rises as King of Northern Liang, defeating threats from steppe kingdoms and southern uprisings. His heir, Xu Fengnian, a free-spirited warrior, has spent years mastering his skills while forming alliances, including with the skilled swordswoman Nangong Pushe. Among the royal household is Jiang Ni, a princess from a rival kingdom who may harbor hidden motives. As Xu Fengnian ascends the throne, doubts arise about his ability to uphold his father’s legacy. When a critical campaign looms, the fate of the realm hangs in the balance.
Xiao Qiao, a clever girl from the Qiao family, marries Wei Shao, the brave and kind master of the Wei family. Despite initial wariness due to ancestral grievances, Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao navigate their relationship with humor and determination. As they face challenges together, they come to appreciate each other's qualities through their warm daily life, intertwined with family and national affairs, and work to restore peace and resolve conflicts.
Mi Yue, a princess from Chu, is sent to Qin as a concubine. She loses her first love and becomes entangled in royal power struggles. After being exiled with her son, she returns during a time of chaos to try to defeat her rival and secure the throne for her child.
A princess trapped by prophecy and political intrigue finds love with her reluctant husband as they battle rebels and fight to protect their realm.
Set in the Japanese occupation era, the rich yet naive young master Ming Tai is trained to become an agent, and is later sent to become an underground spy for the Communists. Together with his brother and double agent Ming Lou, they try and bring down Wang Wei's Kuomintang Secret Service Headquarters.
In a magical world of inter-clan rivalry, two soulmates face treacherous schemes and uncover a dark mystery linked to a tragic event in the past.
One hundred years since the founding of the Communist Party of China, Faith Makes Great tells stories from different times in history that chronicle the people's endless struggle to realize their dream of rejuvenating the nation.
Ning Yi, a determined woman from a cold background, grows through poetry, business, and martial arts, taking on increasing responsibilities and, with the help of her friends and family, using courage and wisdom to protect Lin An.
Red Sorghum is a Chinese television series based on Nobel laureate Mo Yan's 1986/1987 eponymous novel. Directed by Zheng Xiaolong, it also features the highly-anticipated return of actress Zhou Xun to television after 10 years.
After growing up in a mountain stronghold created to oversee the martial arts world, Zhou Fei finally sets out to explore life beyond its walls. On her journey, she reunites with the enigmatic Xie Yun, and together they navigate a world of danger, secrets, and adventure across the martial arts realm.
Zhang Guang Zheng is a nerdy couch potato who just takes what life gives him and doesn't aspire for more. However, he decides that it's time for a change after falling for flight attendant Zhang You En. Joining Zheng You En's mother Liu Meili's group of dancing grannies at the public square becomes an eye opening experience for him. The ladies' courage and passion for life inspires him to do the same. At this time, his seemingly strict hotel manager has initiated a program on employee development. With the encouragement of friends, Zhang Guang Zheng works hard to pass the assessment in order to obtain opportunities for further studies. He forges ahead, constantly narrowing the distance between Zheng You En and him. In turn, he also makes an impact in the lives of the people around him such as the Zhang You En who used to keep to herself, Wang Niulang who's afraid to fall for someone and Chen Jing Dian who gave up on his postgraduate entrance examination for fear of failing.
In 1952, during the Korean War, the volunteer army gains the upper hand after numerous battles. To strengthen their position at the negotiation table, the United Nations Forces make a final stand at Shangganling, launching a fierce assault on October 14. For 43 days, the volunteer soldiers bravely resist and endure intense tunnel warfare under harsh conditions, demonstrating their resilience and determination to leave a lasting impact on the course of history.
Five years after his father's murder by a drug cartel, former officer Wu Zhenfeng reappears as a wanted suspect, earning the nickname "Addict Lord." Now a narcotics officer, his former best friend Chen Yu is determined to uncover the truth behind Wu's actions. As their paths collide, a high-stakes game of loyalty, deception, and hidden motives unfolds.
Qiao Fei, an ambitious French postgraduate student, dreams of becoming a professional interpreter. Under the mentorship of Cheng Jiayang, a brilliant interpreter and a foreign minister's son, she develops her skills and growing affection for him. However, their relationship faces obstacles based on family expectations. With the support of a friend, Jiayang must decide whether to follow his heart or meet his family's demands.
In spring 1949, former assassin Su Wenqian is recruited by the Songjiang Public Security task force to stop a secret assassination squad and secure a Nationalist army uprising. Facing his former partner, deadly sniper Chi Tiecheng, Su must navigate a deadly game of skill and strategy. Their high-stakes duel will decide not only their fates but the survival of tens of thousands of soldiers and the future of the nation.
An American anthology police detective series utilizing multiple timelines in which investigations seem to unearth personal and professional secrets of those involved, both within or outside the law.
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A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.
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Ben Reilly, an aging and down on his luck private investigator in 1930s New York, is forced to grapple with his past life as the city's one and only superhero.
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A missing child sets four families on a frantic hunt for answers as they unearth a mind-bending mystery that spans three generations.
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When Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco meet at college, they are at that formative age when seemingly mundane choices lead the way to irrevocable consequences. They quickly fall into an addictive entanglement that will permanently alter not only their lives, but the lives of everyone around them.
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General Lu Lingfeng and Detective Su Wuming uncover supernatural mysteries and hidden conspiracies threatening the empire during Emperor Xuanzong’s reign.
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Weakened by illness but strong in mind, Mei Changsu enters court politics to seek justice for a tragedy long forgotten.
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"Legend of Zang Hai" follows the son of Imperial Astronomer Kuai Duo. Consumed by vengeance, he spends a decade honing his skills. Assuming the name Zang Hai, he ventures into the capital to uncover the truth, avenge his family, and restore justice.
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Li Lian Hua is a countryside doctor who travels dragging around a lotus tower. He accidentally becomes "famous" and gets pulled into the pugilistic world that he no longer wants to have any connections with.
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High school student Clay Jensen lands in the center of a series of heartbreaking mysteries set in motion by a friend's tragic suicide.
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"Hello, Saturday" is the rebranding of the popular Chinese show "Happy Camp", hosted by He Jiong and with a fixed group of regular celebrity members. The program showcases the talent of various stars as well as social topics through creative and diverse content and games. It aims to spread positive energy while keeping up with the current trends and leading youth culture.
These days, as variety shows are gradually disappearing, this is one of Korea’s representative variety shows that has been responsible for Sunday evenings for over 10 years. This program features numerous stars and members going around various places, playing games, and completing missions. In particular, among the many fun elements of variety shows, this one focuses solely on laughter. Open your eyes! Big fun is coming in! Open your mouth! Big laughter is coming in! Open your heart! Useful lessons are coming in!
Mao Xue Woof is a scene-based reality show variety show with the relationship of original friends as the starting point. The program takes friendship as the link, and takes "Mao Xue Woof's Home" as the main shooting scene, telling the real and interesting stories of Mao Bu, Li Xueqin and their friends who meet here every week, tearing apart the status quo of daily life in laughter, showing the rich youth life and spiritual world of young people and recording the real growth. The program is broadcast every week all the year round, bringing companionship and emotional health healing to the hard-working young people in the city.
Weekly Idol is back with all new hosts. Cho Sae Ho, Hwang Kwang Hee and Nam Chang Hee are sticking together as a new unit group for Weekly Idol, a.k.a CKN Trio, to turn the idol world upside down! Get ready for their hot debut! Cho Sae Ho transforms himself into an idol expert. The hottest entertainer in the show business is marching into the idol world after taking over variety shows and he's more than ready to dominate the show with his amazing look and talents. They say idols understand each other best! As soon as being discharged from military service, Hwang Kwang Hee is reenlisted in Weekly Idol as a senior and a mentor to cheer his fellow idol friends. And lastly, the hidden card of the trio, Nam Chang Hee joins Weekly Idol. With his irresistible charms and talents, Nam Chang Hee becomes the irreplaceable member of Weekly Idol and shows off his amazing chemistry with idols.
Hurry Up, Brother! is a Chinese variety show based off the original Korean variety show, Running Man. It is created by SBS and co-produced with Zhejiang Television. It first aired on October 10, 2014. This show is classified as a game-variety show, where the MCs and guests complete missions in a landmark to win a race. In 2017, the show officially changed its name to "Keep Running".
A social experiment reality show about the cultivation of an ideal community, inviting 15 guests to Taohuawu, 15KM away from the city center, to live together for 21 days, creating an ideal society in their hearts. See how they live, work, and live in harmony in friction and cooperation. It is also a journey to explore the source of material and spiritual consensus.
A dating reality show about eight strangers, 4 men and 4 women, living together in the Signal House.
The show documents the simplistic lifestyle of living away from the bustling city centers. Each season takes place in a different rural part of China. The cast members are only provided with the basic life necessities and have to take care of everything else such as cooking their own meals and building their own furniture. To "buy" different cooking ingredients and other tools, they have to complete certain tasks assigned by the production crew, such as planting and harvesting crops. Different guests join the cast in each episode and help out with the daily chores. The goal of the program is to bring the audience along on a slower pace of life and to illustrate the joys of a simple lifestyle.
Taking look on the day-to-day work schedule of literary and art workers as the starting point, it uses the three stages of meeting, observation, and dialogue to demonstrate professionalism, moral character, and positive values. To promote the fighting spirit and creative spirit of professionals from all walks of life in a general way.
Call Me by Fire is a music competition reality show by Mango TV, featuring male singers, dancers, actors, and producers. Through mutual challenge and collaboration, they define the spirit of "a burning life that always shines."
The first reality show on detective stories adapted from classic IP. Every episode is based on a classic IP drama. MCs are able to adapt and act out the classic stories in the real scenes. The detective group includes seven MCs, who are encouraged to obtain clues from the unreasonable scripts and amusing games.
A squad of celebrity travel junkies forms the Global Vibe Tribe, tracing Earth's pulse to uncover its freshest hidden gems. Through wildly original journeys, they chase universal joy across the planet, one vibing destination at a time.
Day Day Up is a popular Chinese talk show broadcast on Hunan Television. The show is co-hosted by Wang Han, Da Zhang Wei, and Wang Yibo. It has drawn great attention from the public especially student groups and other young people for its humor, style, and public figures who appear as guests. After the 2021 rebranding, the show, hosted by Wang Han and occasionally by Da Zhang Wei and Wang Yi Bo, primarily features Chinese heritage and culture.
A brand-new reality show where friends gather after work for themed parties. Each episode features a “dormitory butler” who plans a unique gathering, inviting friends to enjoy a fun and recharging after-work experience.
Each episode invites the main creators/leading actors of a production to customize a unique theme. Through themed interactive games and sharing amusing behind-the-scenes stories from the set, the guests bring joy and excitement. Fan wishes are directly incorporated into the show... Here, drama fans can enjoy a feast, and netizens can laugh so hard!
The CMG Spring Festival Gala (formerly known as the CCTV New Year's Gala; commonly abbreviated in Chinese as Chunwan or 春晚) is a Chinese New Year special gala produced by China Media Group (CMG). The Gala is a live variety show featuring music, dance, and comedy performances alongside official messaging, held annually on Chinese New Year's Eve since it was first aired in February 1983. It was recognized by Guinness World Records as the most watched national network TV broadcast in 2012 and is widely recognized as the world's most watched television program.
Street Dance of China is a Chinese dance competition show produced by Youku, Tmall, and Master, and co-produced with Canxing. It was first broadcast on Youku's online platform on February 24, 2018. The format of the program is a street dance selection reality show, the hip-hop champions are selected through auditions, individual battles and group battles. The show brings public awareness to various hip-hop dances such as Locking, Popping, Breaking, Hip-Hop, House, Jazz, Urban, Waacking, Krump, etc.
CHUANG, or Produce Camp, is the Chinese spinoff of the South Korean franchise show PRODUCE 101.
