Chinese Drama Historical Genre includes TV series in which the plot mainly happens before the period of the Republic of China, and the characters are wearing Costumes. The list contains the newest and best Historical Cdramas.
The Prisoner of Beauty
#1
Historical, Romance
Song Zu Er, Liu Yuning, Xuan Lu
During a time of chaos, Wei Shao, having suffered the loss of his father and brothers, devotes himself to revitalizing his family and taking on its heavy responsibilities. As he leads his clan to avenge the humiliating massacre they once endured, he comes to realize that what the people truly need is not revenge and war, but peace. For the sake of the people's livelihood, he sends a...Just Wanna Be with You
#2
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
He Jianqi, Ma Qiuyuan
Cangyun Goddess Jiang Zhiyu, and Jiang Jinghuai, a young man from the Li Clan. Theyfall in love, but their relationship is opposed by Nangong Xiao, the leader of the Cangyun Clan, due to their difference in status. He sets a trap that turns their love into hatred. However, as their destinies continue to intertwine, they gradually uncover the truth. Their true love ultimately resolves...Hidden Love
#3
Historical, Romance
Zhang Chi, Zhao Xixi
Li Chuchu, as an illegitimate daughter, was raised by the matriarch like a "Yangzhou Shou Ma" (a term referring to delicately trained courtesans), groomed only to be gifted as a concubine to secure the Li family's interests. She exhausted every ounce of her strength trying to escape her fate, never expecting to be ensnared by her own legitimate half-brother in an illicit bond. On the...Contenders
#4
Historical, Drama
Wei Zi, Yang Xuwen, Wang Ziwei
The story centers on the adventures, vendettas, and loyalties of Cheng Hui, the former leader of the "Shanhai Gang." Though retired, he returns to Singapore to rebuild the gang when it comes under threat from rival factions. The assassination of Liu Xiongwu, the gang’s second-in-command, triggers a web of power struggles, territorial disputes, and schemes for ascension. As the second...May All Your Wishes Come True
#5
Historical, Romance
Meng En, Xu Ziyin
The legendary thief Xu Ruyuan accidentally assumes a false identity and marries Lin Che, the second son of a noble family. Originally planning to steal the extravagant dowry and flee, she is quickly exposed by the cunning eldest son and the seemingly frail younger son, becoming a pawn in their mansion's power struggles. The entire thief family disguises themselves as part of her dowry...Love Never Fails
#6
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Liu Xueyi, Hu Yixuan
At the 100-yearly flower festival in the heavenly realm, Hong Ning boldly confessed her love to the god Jin Xiu and wanted to be his divine queen. But she was told that there are differences between immortals and demons. In order to make a promise to Jin Xiu, she started a long road of immortal cultivation. When the flowers fall, she successfully went up to heaven but learned that he...Love in Pavilion
#7
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Liu Shishi, Zhang Yunlong
In ancient times, humans and demons coexisted. To resist the black fox’s attempts to corrupt hearts and to protect the safety of both races, the "Three Young Masters of Aolai" established boundaries between the inner and outer regions. They formed the Yi Qi Alliance, composed of prestigious families such as the Wangquan and Dongfang clans, and created the Inspection Division to oversee...Doppelganger
#8
Historical, Romance
Jade Cheng, Deng Kai
Jiang Song, who begins living independently at the age of 16. With a rebellious nature and a strong survival instinct, she breaks free from the fate that was set to erase her existence. Despite being born into a patriarchal family and living in a feudal society where women hold a low status, Jiang Song refuses to be a helpless, tragic figure, and she refuses to accept her predetermined...Serendipity
#9
Historical, Romance, Suspense
Wang Ziqi, Lu Yuxiao, Wang Hongyi
Jian Ming Shu, the young lady of the Jiangning Jian family, who unexpectedly falls off a cliff and loses her memory, escaping a tragic massacre of her family. She is saved by her love interest, Lu Chang, and they travel together to the capital for the imperial exam. As the story progresses, Ming Shu, who has doubts about her own identity, enters the inner courtyard to investigate and...Too Late to Love
#10
Historical, Romance
Pan Yihong, An Siyu
In the early years of the Republic of China, Lin Xingran, a medical student returning from abroad, comes home to find her mother tragically murdered. Determined to uncover the truth and take revenge, she infiltrates the household of the prime suspect, the wealthy Master Fang, by posing as a family doctor. Unexpectedly, Master Fang is soon found dead, and Lin Xingran becomes the prime...Postdoctoral Farmer
#11
Historical, Romance
Zhou Rongqian
Agricultural science PhD Shen An'an repeatedly rejects blind dates and is later transported to ancient times after a natural disaster. She buys a farm and starts an agricultural enterprise, eventually rescuing an amnesiac prince, Chen Zhiyan. As assassins from the Chen faction are sent to kill him, will Chen Zhiyan regain his memory? With Shen An'an and her companions' help, can the...Dominion and Devotion
#12
Historical, Romance
Li Geyang, Huang Haoyue
The Great Ning Dynasty teetered on the brink of turmoil. Pei Shenzhi altered the late emperor’s edict and installed a puppet emperor, Ning Jinyi, on the throne. Outwardly obedient, Ning Jinyi secretly gathered strength and pushed forward political reforms. Pei Shenzhi covertly supported her and was gradually drawn to her brilliance. In the end, Ning Jinyi purged the court of corruption...Phoenix's Gambit: Love or Crown
#13
Historical, Romance
Gao Siwen, Lu Dongxu
Bai Xiyue was once a cunning and ambitious concubine-born daughter who stopped at nothing to get what she wanted. She caused the death of her noble sister Bai Xiyao and won the heart of Duke Yun Yichen, eventually ascending to the throne as empress. But on the day of her coronation, she was poisoned and died. Fate gives her a second chance—only this time, she awakens as the very...The Demon Hunter's Romance
#14
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Ren Jialun, Song Zu Er
A mysterious demon hunter named Xuan Ye and a clever, lovable girl named Ban Xia embark on a fantastical journey to protect their homeland. Ever since Ban Xia met Xuan Ye, the two have experienced strange and thrilling cases together in a world where humans and demons coexist. As they investigate one eerie incident after another, their bond grows stronger. However, due to the secrets...Hidden Master
#15
Historical, Wuxia, Comedy
Xu Zhisheng, Fan Jingyi, Wang Shuai
Despite his fierce appearance, Gou Lingfeng is kind-hearted and determined to pursue his heroic dream. By a twist of fate, he ends up mastering forbidden martial arts and embarks on a journey across the martial world. Facing prejudice and hardships, he pushes forward toward his dream. Along the way, he meets Ma Yingdan, the “Hundred Flower Hero” from Poison Immortal Valley, and...My Destined Consort
#16
Historical, Romance
Xu Haiqiao, Hai Lu
Shen Jiangli, the pure and kind-hearted legitimate daughter of the Shen family. On her wedding night, she is schemed against and ends up consummating the marriage with the second young master Lu Jingming, not her intended groom. She is then falsely accused and confined to the ancestral hall. While giving birth, she nearly dies but is rescued—only for her son Yanyan to be born with...Once upon a Dream
#17
Historical, Romance
Hu Yiyao, Zhang Jingyun
When she was young, Shen Qingtang’s family was destroyed, and she was taken in by Pei Congzhi, the eldest son of the Pei family. She became a foster daughter, living under the Pei family’s roof and was regarded as Pei Congzhi's nominal younger sister. In order to escape the Pei family's constant scheming, pressure, and restrictions, Shen Qingtang took the initiative to form a connection...Destiny and Saving
#18
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Zhang Yuxi, Thomas Tong
The righteous and the demons have been fighting for a thousand years. The leader of the righteous Alliance Fengyue Jianzun, the demons Lord Feng Xingtian duel to the death. But their descendants, Shen Shaoyou and Feng Lixue have become close friends by chance. To protect his master, Shen Shaoyou accidentally pushed Feng Lixue off a cliff. Feng Lixue was saved and took her away by Chong...Exorist Chef
#19
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Xu Yiyang, Sun Zeyuan
Shi Zi, a corporate drone, is suddenly transported into a fantasy game she helped design, where she becomes a demon-taming chef. To return to the real world, she must tame various demons by creating comforting, restorative dishes and lighting up the demon encyclopedia. She first meets a white-clad young man who saves her, and they unexpectedly form a contract. When the boy later falls...The Seized Destiny
#20
Fantasy, Romance, Historical
Chen Fangtong, Fang Xiaodong
During Chengyan's advancement ceremony, her senior brother Chengtian forcibly demands dual cultivation with her. In despair, Chengyan self-destructs her inner core, only to be rescued by Chen, who is now bound to her through a spiritual pet contract. Chengyan later learns that the current Chengtian is actually the ancient mythical beast Sha who has taken over her senior brother's body....To Love or To Defy
#21
Historical, Romance
He Xuanlin, Cheng Yufeng
The assassin Di Shiqi disguises herself as a princess sent for a political marriage and enters the palace with the mission to assassinate her target. By a twist of fate, she meets and falls in love with the Fifth Prince, Ouyang Shao. However, her master threatens her with the lives of her family, forcing her to take the prince’s life. Torn between an unshakable duty and an undeniable...A Moment But Forever
#22
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Tiffany Tang, Liu Xueyi
Tens of thousands of years ago, during the war between gods and demons, the Primordial God Taihe used the ultimate divine artifact, the "God's Left Hand," to seal the Demon God. However, the artifact was shattered and fell into the mortal realm, causing the gods to enter a deep slumber. Since then, divine miracles have disappeared from the Three Realms. Taking advantage of the chaos,...Burning Passion
#23
Romance, Historical
Zhu Jintong, Li Jiulin
Many years ago, Shen Qingru's mother was drowned by the clan leader for adultery. Branded as the daughter of a "harlot," Shen Qingru grew up numb to the pain and humiliation inflicted upon her by the townspeople, carrying the resentment of her late mother. Until one day, the "mute" Shen Cheng appeared—two souls bound by both salvation and destruction. The fragile line of "siblings"...Love behind the Mask
#24
Historical, Romance
Chen Xinyu, Guan Yue
It tells the story of Wen Yanshu, and Mu Han, who, due to a twist of fate, take on different identities. Through this journey, they go from acquaintance to understanding and eventually fall in love sincerely. From protecting their small family to safeguarding the world together, their story unfolds.The Glory
#25
Historical, Romance
Chen Duling, Xin Yunlai
Zhuang Hanyan, abandoned and raised in the southern countryside since childhood, eventually returns to the Zhuang family in the capital, attracting the attention of Fu Yunxi. Fu Yunxi is afflicted with a strange illness and seeks to marry a woman of both virtue and talent to entrust his family and friends. Zhuang Hanyan, with her exceptional courage and kind heart, becomes his ideal...Culinary Vendetta
#26
Historical, Romance
Chen Fangtong, Yan Zixian
To marry into the Great General’s Mansion, Princess Mingzhu plotted against Su Qianqian’s family. In response, Su Qianqian began her counterattack. Both Mingzhu and Su Qianqian eventually married into the general’s household, where they engaged in a battle of wits within the inner residence. In the end, Su Qianqian joined forces with the young general, Chu Junyao, to complete...Si Jin
#27
Historical, Romance
Jing Tian, Zhang Wanyi
After Jiang Si, the fourth young lady of the Dongping Count’s manor, is killed by her beloved, Yu Jin, she is given a chance to restart her life. This time, she bravely annuls her engagement, outwits her malicious aunt, opens a fragrance shop, helps her friends, and investigates a series of murders targeting young girls, gradually rewriting her tragic fate. Jiang Si crosses paths...Love and Sword
#28
Historical, Romance, Wuxia
Vengo Gao, Xuan Lu
A plain-looking urban girl named Fang Yi unexpectedly falls into the world of martial arts. She thought she would embark on a legendary journey of righteousness and revenge, but instead, she becomes Rong Shukuang, a formidable swordsman whose martial arts skills are completely lost. In a critical moment, the cold and ruthless bounty hunter Yan Shao comes to her rescue and takes her...Les Belles
#29
Historical, Romance
Lin Yun, Alen Fang
Both prideful individuals gradually develop feelings for each other, but neither is willing to admit it first. At this time, the "refugee incident" erupts, intensifying the conflict between the noble families and commoners at the court. To promote equality between the two classes, Lu Yun risks his life to investigate the issue. During her efforts to help him, Luo Lingyu realizes that...Kill My Sins
#30
Historical, Suspense
Liu Shishi, Shawn Dou
The wandering physician Ye Ping'an arrives in the divine capital of Luoyang while investigating a mysterious old case. However, a series of bizarre and sinister medical visits earns her the reputation of a witch doctor. Clever and manipulative, she is shunned and feared by everyone. Meanwhile, Yuan Shaocheng, a deputy minister at the Dali Temple, is ostracized as a "dirty rat" due to...Love of the Divine Tree
#31
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Deng Wei, Xiang Hanzhi
Twenty years ago, Mu Qingge, the leader of the Wester Sect, sacrificed the Golden Core to seal the Ling Quan on her disciple Su Yishui in order to protect the people and prevent the chaos caused by the spiritual spring of demonic creatures. Mu Qingge's actions were misunderstood by the world as that of a demonic leader, leading to a joint attack by the four major sects. Su Yishui learned...Perfect Match
#32
Romance, Historical
Lu Yuxiao, Wang Xingyue, Wu Xuanyi
During the reign of Emperor Renzong of the Northern Song Dynasty, Madam Li set off for Bianjing to reunite with her second daughter, Fuhui, in search of good matches for her four unmarried daughters. Life in Bianjing, however, was not easy, and the Li family had to pull together and return to their old business to make ends meet, while also looking for suitable husbands with both talent...Everlasting Longing
#33
Historical, Romance, Drama
Angelababy, Song Weilong
Jun Qiluo and her brother Jun Feifan, both of whom have dual identities, are captured by Xuan Lie during their journey to the North. With different motives, the two head north together. Throughout the journey, they test and guard against each other, experiencing life-and-death situations, from their fateful encounter to heartbreaking separation. Their intense "battle of love" unfolds...Stolen Love
#34
Historical, Romance
Daisy Li, Zhou Junwei
Yun Xi was abandoned in a cave at the age of six, and when she was on the brink of death, Xiao Chu Yi saved her. From that moment, she had a home and grew up as his childhood companion, with a deep mutual affection. On their wedding night, Xiao Chu Yi was sent to the border, and three months later, news arrived of his death in battle. In order to protect her unborn child, Yun Xi married...Under the Moonlight
#35
Historical, Suspense, Romance
Hu Bingqing, Zhai Zilu
Luo Shu, whose fate has been full of hardships and who, despite being mired in adversity, bravely seeks to save herself, encounters Qi Menglin, a spirited young man who is determined to explore the world. Together, they stand side by side, facing the storms and solving cases. Many of the cases they investigate involve women, and whenever they encounter a pitiful woman in the case, they...Cao Xuanxuan's Love Journey
#36
Historical, Romance, Suspense
Zhu Xudan, Zhai Xiaowen
Zhou Na, a writer of modern mystery novels, comes to the ancient city of Yan by chance and becomes the bride of Guo Zijie, a county magistrate. They work together to solve many strange cases. As they fall in love with each other, a conspiracy comes unexpectedly...Flourished Peony
#37
Historical, Romance, Drama
Yang Zi, Li Xian
After the merchant's daughter He Weifang meets Jiang Changyang, the prominent figure in Chang'an, the two form a partnership as a craftsman and an investor. Leveraging He Weifang's exceptional skills in cultivating rare peonies and her outstanding business acumen, she leads a group of women with tumultuous destinies to collectively run a flower shop. Through numerous trials and tribulations,...The Blossoming Love
#38
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Vin Zhang, Sun Zhenni
In ancient times, the Human Emperor, Zhao Ming, petitioned on behalf of the people and sacrificed himself to resist the divine realm. After Zhao Ming's fall, his beloved, Hun Dun Zhu, risked her life to save a wisp of his soul, setting up the cycle of reincarnation for eternity. In the distant future, Zhao Ming reincarnated as Xie Xuechen, the leader of the Immortal Alliance, while...Guardians of the Dafeng
#39
Historical, Drama, Fantasy
Dylan Wang, Tian Xiwei, Liu Yijun
Modern office worker Yang Ling accidentally finds himself transported to the mystical and fantastical Da Feng Dynasty. There, he assumes a new identity as Xu Qi’an, a bronze gong of the night watchmen responsible for supervising officials and solving crimes for the people of Da Feng. Relying on his modern knowledge and reasoning skills, he successfully cracks one bizarre case after...A Love Story of Oiled Paper Umbrella
#40
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Yu Menglong, Li Zixuan
In the drama, Nanfeng Yi from the Dali Court crosses paths with Meng Xizhou, a female broker of demon-related matters, through a case. The two form a master-disciple bond and join forces to capture demons. Just as their feelings for each other deepen, Meng Xizhou's true identity as the Demon King is revealed, and she falls under the control of an inner demon's curse. Meanwhile, Nanfeng...Riverside Code at Qingming Festival
#41
Historical, Suspense
Zhang Songwen, Bai Baihe
During the Northern Song Dynasty, in a corner of Que'er Alley in Bianliang City, lived a family of five with vastly different personalities: Zhao Bu-you, Wen Yue, and their household. Zhao Bu-you was a low-ranking clerk in the Court of Judicial Review, content with leading a simple life, while his wife, Wen Yue, was determined to buy land and property. Despite their frequent quarrels,...The Legend of Taotie
#42
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
An Yuexi, Wang Youshuo
In the city of Wuxia within the Great Liang Kingdom, Tianxiang Tower is a place so renowned for its delicacies that even the most powerful nobles and officials are willing to go to great lengths to taste its cuisine. Tianxiang Tower is home to two legendary figures: the enchanting and stunningly beautiful young proprietress, Zhu Chengbi, whose culinary skills are unmatched, and the...Blossom
#43
Historical, Romance
Meng Ziyi, Li Yunrui
Dou Zhao, who lost her mother at a young age, becomes disillusioned with love and familial affection due to the hardships and upheavals in her life. Facing challenges such as scheming stepmothers and safeguarding her family’s assets, she retreats to a remote estate, dedicating herself to learning and self-reliance. On a stormy night, she encounters Song Mo, disguised as a merchant...Brocade Odyssey
#44
Historical, Romance
Tan Songyun, Zheng Yecheng
During the late Tang Dynasty, the beauty of Shu Jin (Shu silk) was known throughout the world, and it was highly sought after by nobles and wealthy families. In the military, it could even be used as a form of payment, with "every inch of silk worth its weight in gold," making it the focus of intense competition among various factions. Beneath the prosperity of the Shu Jin industry...Pretty Boy
#45
Romance, Historical, Comedy
Darren Chen, Zheng He Hui Zi
Qing Cai, the son of the late king, who, in order to avoid the turmoil of the royal court, lives under an assumed identity in a small town. His peaceful life is disrupted when his adoptive father, Han Zhong, is in danger. In order to save him, Qing Cai disguises himself as a woman and infiltrates Mingyi Mountain Manor, a place that only accepts female disciples. There, he meets Gan...The Story of Pearl Girl
#46
Historical, Romance, Business
Zhao Lusi, Liu Yuning, Daddi Tang
In Hepu, a pearl-harvesting slave named Duanwu escapes from the human-devouring pearl field during the Dragon Boat Festival, overcoming countless obstacles. She crosses paths with a Western merchant, Yan Zijin, and the gentle scholar, Zhang Jinran. Joining Yan’s caravan, she pushes forward, reaching closer to the dazzling world of gemstones. However, on the journey through the northwest,...Love Game in Eastern Fantasy
#47
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Esther Yu, Ding Yuxi
Ling Miaomiao unexpectedly enters the “novel world,” becoming a minor supporting character and is forcibly bound to a task system. Besides the main task of defeating the powerful demons, Miaomiao is also assigned a side mission: to capture the heart of Mu Sheng, the “black lotus” villain in the story. Failure in this mission would mean she can never return to the real world....Fangs of Fortune
#48
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Neo Hou, Chen Duling
During the Zhenyuan era when the Baize Goddess, who governed both the human and demon realms, unexpectedly dies, causing the sacred Baize Talisman to disappear. With no one to maintain order, demons and mythical creatures run rampant, wreaking havoc and committing violent crimes. Amid this chaos, Zhu Yan, leader of the demons who has assumed human form as Zhao Yuanzhou, surrenders to...Dawn Amidst Hidden Clouds
#49
Historical, Romance, Suspense
Chang Huasen, Zhao Qing
A streetwise girl devoted to protecting her neighborhood, Lan Che, unexpectedly gets entangled in a murder case and crosses paths with Lou Mingye, a high-ranking official of the Dali Court. Though initially clashing and full of misunderstandings due to their vastly different backgrounds, the two begin to understand each other through continued interaction. Working together, they unravel...Kill Me Love Me
#50
Historical, Romance
Liu Xueyi, Wu Jinyan
Prince Murong Jinghe of the Dayan Empire led the Wei Bei army to reclaim the lost territory of Qingzhou. After their victorious entry into the city, a sudden fire erupted. Rumors spread that Murong Jinghe, harboring resentment against the Qingzhou people for betraying Dayan, ordered the city to be burned, turning him from a just general into a feared butcher. A Qingzhou girl, Mei Lin,...
