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Status: Returning Series
Network: CCTV-8
Type: Scripted
Rating: 8.1/10
Joy of Life
Overview
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.
This production, originally released in 2019, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.1 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama and Comedy.
- • Produced in China.
- • Original Language: Mandarin.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Zhang Ruoyun
Fan Xian
Li Qin
Lin Wan'er
Chen Daoming
Emperor of Qing
Wu Gang
Chen Pingping
Xin Zhilei
Haitang Duoduo
Liu Duanduan
Li Chengze
Song Yi
Fan Ruoruo
Li Xiaoran
Li Yunrui
Seasons
Specials
25 Episodes • Aired 2024-05-07
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 1
46 Episodes • Aired 2019-11-26
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
36 Episodes • Aired 2024-05-16
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
1 Episodes • Aired TBA
In Jiangnan, Fan Xian weakens the Ming family's power. Back in the capital, he survives an ambush, exposes a crown prince scandal, and navigates political turmoil. Ultimately, Fan Xian unites forces to defeat Emperor Qing, paving the way for Prince Three's ascension before retiring with Lin Wan'er.