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.
Maiden and Shadow
#1Fantasy, Romance, DramaA Deng, an amnesiac lamp-bearer carrying an ever-burning bronze soul lamp, wanders through the mortal world. During her travels, she encounters Xie Jingchen, a general who has been wrongfully accused by his family and is now wanted by the imperial court. The two join forces, working together to solve eerie mysteries—from a century-old haunting in the Liu mansion to strange occurrences...The Ladies of Chang'an
#2Romance, Drama, MedicalBusinesswoman Yin Xinyue, dancer Lin Yange, and noblewoman Su Yi meet and befriend each other in their darkest hours. In Chang'an, they establish the first gynecological clinic dedicated to women's illnesses. Crossing the barriers of social class, the three join forces to break free from the chains of fate. Overcoming countless hardships, they achieve independence, financial freedom,...Camellias
#3Romance, DramaJiang Yukui, the saintess of the Zhao clan, has lived her life trapped in a cage since childhood. Upon learning of her sister's brutal death, she sets out for revenge, wielding the power of destiny. The powerful eunuch Feng Ye takes her under his control, and the two move from testing each other to falling in love, joining forces against the tyrannical emperor and the treacherous empress. ...Angels and Guards
#4Suspense, DramaTo avenge her father and uncover the truth behind his false conviction, Shen Bingfan disguises her identity and passes the entrance exam to join the Northern Bureau of the Jinyiwei (Imperial Guard). She befriends Hua Mange, known as the "Hundred-Faced Spirit Cat," and a civilian girl named Cheng Xintian. During her investigation, she also gets to know Xu Duoyu, a handyman in...Endless Love
#5Fantasy, Romance, DramaIt tells the story of Princess Mu Ruyi and Crown Prince Ling Xiao—a bloody, anguished love spanning three lifetimes. She saves him from peril, but he returns bearing vengeance. Their wedding is stained with blood, and love turns to hatred. She fakes her death to become a vengeful performer, while he is lost in grief, clinging to her with heart's blood and forgetfulness herbs. ...The Legend of Rosy Clouds
#6Romance, Drama, ComedyThe drama tells the story of Fan Yun, a poor young lady from a noble family, and Qi Zheng, a two-faced city lord. The two move from testing each other to trusting each other, overcoming obstacles along the way to benefit the people, and ultimately finding friendship and love. Meanwhile, Fan Yun helps Qi Zheng break old rules, resolve the crisis across the nine cities, and together they...The Fated Villain
#7Fantasy, Xianxia, DramaTransmigrating into a female-oriented fantasy novel, Gu Linyuan becomes the father of a male supporting character destined to be cannon fodder. Right from the start, the “Son of Heaven” (the protagonist of the story) shows up to break off an engagement. Gu Linyuan decisively kills the protagonist, takes back the sacred treasure that was swindled by Su Yao, takes the villainess...Yin Jun Ru Zhang
#8Romance, DramaPrincess Royal Nangong Yao is determined to claim the highest throne. Standing in her way is General Chu Yuan, a loyal and devoted supporter of the Crown Prince. After several confrontations, during which she witnesses his unwavering loyalty, Nangong Yao becomes deeply intrigued by him. She decides not only to win him over to her side but also to make him recognize her as his true master. ...Mortal Schemes
#9Suspense, Thriller, HorrorIn the seventh year of the Tianqi era, seventy-three members of the Yunzhou Prefect's household died mysteriously, leaving behind only seven bloody fingerprints and eerie ghost fires. The court hastily closed the case, attributing it to supernatural forces. Shen Qingshan, the Vice Minister of Justice who insisted on investigating further, died of illness three days later—but his...You Have My Heart
#10Fantasy, Romance, DramaThe story begins with a "half-heart gift" and an accidental "heart theft" a hundred years ago. Bai Han, a demon on the brink of death, was given half a heart by Liu Fufeng, allowing him to survive, and the two became deeply bound by karma. A hundred years later, a mortal named Bai Shanjun stumbles into the realm of "Yin Yang Crossing" and, by a twist of fate, steals the other half...The Lady Painter at Crafts Bureau
#11Romance, DramaSu Luoyao's father and brother are murdered. To get closer to the truth, she uses her exceptional painting skills and sharp intelligence to infiltrate the mysterious and corrupt Crafts Bureau. Along the way, she encounters Xie Lingfeng, a restrained young general. Together, the two powerful forces join hands to break through the conspiracy.My Poems Shook the Empire
#12Fantasy, DramaLin Yi transmigrates into the Dayan Dynasty, where literary talent reigns supreme, and finds himself framed as a scapegoat for a forbidden dark art. Using the poetry he remembers from his past life, he awakens his own literary brilliance. With the help of Fang Qingxue, he clears his name. His stunning works astonish the world, and he is courted by the three great academies, eventually...Loving My Wives Made Me Powerful
#13Drama, FantasyJiang Chao (Jayden Moore), an ordinary modern “loser,” unexpectedly travels back in time and becomes a useless scholar in ancient times. At the very beginning, he activates a “Wife Pampering System,” which continuously makes him stronger as he completes tasks. Through the system, he kills bandits, marries a princess, and repeatedly humiliates various antagonists,...Qingqiu Apothecary
#14Fantasy, Drama, XianxiaQing Xuan, a celestial being, descends to the mortal realm. In the form of a fox immortal from Qing Qiu, he carries a mysterious artifact named "Rainbow" as he walks among humans, using the power of "transcendence" to subdue demons and evil. On this journey through the mortal world, he witnesses the many facets of human nature together with a group of companions. After facing countless...The Embroidered Truth
#15Suspense, DramaWu Lian, the head of an embroidery manor, uses his connections with the powerful to torture and harm embroiderers. The victim Lin Rulan attempts suicide but survives. Her close friend Meng Wan endures humiliation for three years, and finally joins forces with other victims and righteous helpers to fight back and clear their names.The First Jasmine
#16Romance, PoliticalThe eldest daughter of the Ye family, Ye Li, married into the declining Ding Prince's residence and wedded the wheelchair-bound Prince Mo Xiuyao. On the same day of her wedding, Prince Li Mo Jingli also married the second daughter of the Ye family, Ye Ying. As a descendant of the Lishan lineage, Ye Li had once been sealed away in the mountains for eight years. After marriage, she appeared...Hong Le Ying Tao Lv Le Ba Jiao
#17Romance, Fantasy, DramaThe story follows Gu Zheng, an illegitimate daughter of an earl's family, who is framed and killed by her own family in a "drugging" scandal. After being reborn, she discovers that Shen Yan, a cold and aloof state preceptor, not only stands up for her but also personally asks the emperor to grant them marriage. On the surface, they are a marriage of convenience, but each has their...The Peasant Tycoon
#18FantasyModern Traditional Chinese Medicine master’s student Jian Ning (Natasha Jackson) travels back in time and becomes a 200-pound, super-strong peasant woman in ancient times. The original owner was forced into marriage with a poor man, Xiao Yan (Anthony Schule), and ended up dying after a series of self-destructive actions. After awakening, Jian Ning relies on her innate superhuman...The Healer and Her Lord
#19Romance, FantasyRui Jinxixi (Charlotte), a modern general practitioner, unexpectedly time-travels and becomes the notorious “number one love-obsessed woman” of the capital. Facing the masked, severely poisoned young heir Mo Yuncé, she ignores all rumors and ridicule. Wielding her medical expertise like a blade, she uses advanced surgical techniques to suture wounds and resolve life-threatening...When We Swapped Thrones
#20Fantasy, RomanceAfter being reborn, the infamous Empress Su Jinyun (Charlotte Sterling) wakes up to find that she has become the tyrant emperor Xiao Lingfeng (Adrian Lancaster). In her previous life, she was framed by the Empress Dowager and forced to lose her unborn child. Now, reborn in the emperor's body, there is no way she will let anyone bully her again. Disguised as Xiao Lingfeng, she immediately...Exiled Archer
#21Fantasy, Drama, XianxiaFalsely accused by his fiancée and disciples of the Yuhua Immortal Sect, Ning Chuan (Tyree Morse) is exiled to the frontier as a penal soldier. At his lowest point, he awakens the "God of War System," unlocking max-level archery from the start. With his peerless marksmanship, he sweeps through enemy camps and turns the tide of battle after battle. Rising from a lowly convict...Phoenix Blade
#22Romance, Fantasy, DramaAfter being killed by her enemies, Qi Yuan wakes up on the eve of her arranged marriage, carrying the memories of her past life and a fierce determination to defy fate and make her enemies pay. At the same time, she unexpectedly crosses paths with Prince Jing, Xiao Yunting, earlier than before. Neither of them knows that this rebirth was actually bought by Xiao Yunting with his own...Linglong's Ferry
#23Fantasy, Drama, FriendshipSet in Qimen during the late Qing Dynasty, the story follows Qiao Xin, a modern tea master, who travels back in time and takes over the body of Hu Linglong, a woman disguised as a man to inherit her family's tea business. Together, they improve black tea production, compete against foreign merchants, and uphold the spirit of tea culture amid family conflicts and national upheaval.Ashes to Crown
#24Romance, PoliticalChu Zhao, a general's daughter, is determined not to become a sacrifice for Xiao Xun's rise to power. She discovers that taking the initiative is the only way to change her fate. In her difficult struggle against destiny, she meets Xie Yanlai, the neglected son of the Xie family. She brings light into his dark and gloomy life, helping him break free from fate's chains and climb step...Mountain Deity
#25Romance, Fantasy, DramaWhile receiving an offering from her believers, the mountain deity Chun Jian discovers that the sacrificed person, Ji Jiu, is connected to her unfinished heavenly tribulation. She decides to keep him by her side in hopes of overcoming the tribulation. Unbeknownst to her, Ji Jiu is actually trying to dig out her divine heart to resurrect his lover. As they spend time together, Ji Jiu...Wedding Chair Rebellion
#26RomanceOn the day of her wedding, Bu Jiusheng (Casey Butler), the legitimate daughter of the General's Manor, is humiliated when Lin Zhaorui, the confidante of her fiancé Qi Junmu, stops the bridal procession and demands to enter the marriage as a co-wife. Furious, Bu Jiusheng overturns her bridal sedan chair and walks away from the wedding. Instead, she marries Qi Su (Seth Cheer),...The Reborn Young Lord
#27Comedy, Romance, DramaThe story follows a modern man whose soul travels into the body of Ning Chen, an illegitimate child of the Ning family in the Daxuan Kingdom. Humiliated and mistreated, he finally awakens. With his literary talent, he attracts attention in the capital, joins the Supervisory Bureau to solve cases, invents firearms that change the course of battle, and ventures to the border to capture...The Queen's Comeback
#28Romance, Fantasy, XianxiaLuo Qingshuang, once the foremost Celestial Empress of the cultivation world, was betrayed by her own sister and died a cruel death. Reborn on the day she is to choose her husband, she is determined to change her fate. This time, she chooses Yuntian Han, the greatest War God of the celestial realm, instead of the scumbag she obsessively loved in her past life. At first, their marriage...Reign Over the Land
#29Political, Romance, DramaA history PhD and military content creator is transported back to the turbulent Five Dynasties period. Assuming the identity of a descendant of the prestigious Cui clan, he applies modern knowledge to train troops, develop agriculture, and strengthen local defenses. Alongside a resourceful merchant woman from the salt and iron trade, he protects the city, defeats powerful enemies, and...A Thousand Miles to Your Heart
#30Romance, ComedyQi Zhi, a royal chicken keeper, is secretly appointed by the emperor as an imperial investigator to find princes from various regions who have the ability to inherit the throne. Along the way, he teams up with the crown prince and Princess Ouyang Yan of Yan Kingdom. Together, they uncover one "conspiracy" after another, leading to many funny and unexpected situations. In the end, each...From Famine to Fortune: A Sister's Journey
#31Drama, FantasyTang Qi, a 27-year-old modern CEO, dies while providing disaster relief and is reborn as a 14-year-old orphan girl in a farming family during a harsh famine. Facing her grandparents' plan to sell her youngest brother for food, she breaks ties with her unsupportive family and unexpectedly activates a "space" stocked with billions of disaster relief supplies, allowing her family to survive...Edward King
#32FantasyWhen Yu Qing (Edward King) transmigrated from Blue Star, he rescued Nangong Fuyao (Isabella Storm), the lost princess of the Fuyao Empire. The two grew as close as siblings, and with his extraordinary intelligence and political prowess, Yu Qing helped her ascend the imperial throne. In the process, however, his dantian was destroyed, leaving him crippled in cultivation and earning him...Cage of Shadows
#33Suspense, Wuxia, ThrillerNan Yanzhi, the daughter of a craftsman, witnesses the massacre of her family. She becomes a disciple of Zhuang Wujiu, transforming from an innocent young girl into a vengeful "evil girl" struggling in the mire. Using only the few clues she has, she ventures alone into the Lingya Tower to seek revenge. Legend has it that everyone who enters the Lingya Tower becomes a beast in an arena—none...The Coroner's Royal Love
#34RomanceModern forensic examiner Jiang Yiyi is transported back in time and awakens as an imperial consort destined to be buried alongside a deceased emperor. Relying on her professional expertise, she uncovers a fake-death conspiracy and narrowly escapes her fate. After becoming entangled with Emperor Su Cangmo while seeking a cure for a mysterious affliction, she flees the palace, leaving...Rise to Immortal
#35Fantasy, XianxiaChen Qun (Lucas Quinn) was regarded as a useless cultivator due to his five-spirit-root constitution, yet he secretly cultivated his way to the peak of Qi Refining. After joining the Heavenly Dao Sect, he was taken in as a closed-door disciple by the Supreme Elder. With Foundation Establishment cultivation, he defeated all peers of the same realm. In the Penglai Secret Realm, he seized...Radiant Bloom
#36HistoricalUpon entering the imperial palace, Huo Zhaohua deliberately presented herself as innocent, timid, and inexperienced in worldly affairs. In reality, she was highly calculating and ruthless, having inherited her elder sister’s medical and toxicological skills, and she possessed a deep understanding of psychological manipulation. Soon after her arrival, she encountered the humiliation...Spoil Me or Else
#37RomanceAfter being forced to marry the notoriously unstable heir Rong Jingyu (Edward), Daoist physician Ming Yuntang (Clara) only wants to keep a low profile and survive. Unfortunately, troublemakers keep throwing themselves in her path, leaving her no choice but to crush them one by one. To keep things interesting, she comes up with a different way to punish her enemies every single day. ...From Divorce to Dynasty
#38DramaQiao Lian'er (Lydia Carter) unexpectedly transmigrates during a tumultuous time: her mother, Qiao Yunni (Mary Carter), is mistreated by the Song family and forced to leave. Resolute in protecting her mother, Lian’er arranges a divorce and severs ties with her unfeeling younger brother, returning to her ancestral family and taking back the surname Qiao. Using her modern wisdom...The Tang Mist S1
#39Suspense, Drama, ThrillerSet during the Chuigong era of the Wu Zhou Dynasty, the drama focuses on Di Renjie's perilous journey as he is ordered to inspect the Jiangnan Circuit. Through five strange and eerie cases, it unveils the complex web of power and desire hidden beneath the prosperous surface of a golden age.Tang Dynasty Occult Mysteries
#40Suspense, Crime, DramaIn the prosperous Tang Dynasty, Li Jinglan, the daughter of a prefectural governor, possesses a rare talent for examining corpses and solving cases. Together with the mysterious "ghost detective" Jue Ming and the highly skilled constable Su Yu'an, she hunts down criminals and unravels one bizarre case after another. Amid the fog and bloodshed, Li Jinglan and Jue Ming develop feelings...Rise to Her Majesty
#41DramaThree years ago, the crown prince died in battle. Shen Yuan, a palace maid in the cold palace, was ordered to throw stones into the abandoned well day after day. One day, she unexpectedly discovered a mysterious living person at the bottom of the well. Moved by compassion, she secretly helped him at great personal risk. From then on, she was drawn into the hidden whirlpool of palace secrets. ...The Empire Knows My Name
#42FantasyMeng Chen (Edward Ashford) transmigrates into the body of the Sixth Prince of the Great Xia Dynasty and obtains the inheritance of a divine immortal cauldron from the very beginning. Eight years earlier, he was framed by his five royal brothers, his maternal family was destroyed, and he was sent to a rival nation as a hostage prince. Eight years later, an imperial decree summons him...My Daughter Cultivates, I Get 10x Stronger
#43FantasyLin Mo (Lucas Lewis) transmigrates into the body of a useless son-in-law in the Su family. His life begins in disaster: his wife goes missing, and his adopted daughter Su Qingluo (Elena Scott) hates him with a deep, burning resentment. However, he awakens the “Filial Father–Obedient Daughter System” — for every tenfold return on his adopted daughter’s cultivation,...Soul Shift: The Matriarch's Awakening
#44DramaShen Chuwei (Cecelia Sharples) suddenly realizes that her gentle, virtuous mother, Bai Ruyi (Rachel White) — once the perfect example of obedience and grace — has completely changed after waking up one day. Her mother claims that her soul transmigrated into this world, and that her real hometown is actually Northeast China. She also tells Shen Chuwei that she is nothing...The Demon's Pursuit
#45Fantasy, Romance, DramaA divorced modern couple accidentally falls into an ancient world overrun by demons. They go from opposing each other to working together to solve demonic mysteries. Through episodic demonic incidents, they push forward the main plot. As they break the rules and taboos of the demonic world, the story weaves together political intrigue and emotional redemption. In the end, they rediscover...Your Highness, Be a Good Hubby!
#46Romance, DramaPromised in childhood and waiting faithfully for four years, Chu Jinglan (Claire Carter) receives the devastating news that Su Liancheng (Benedict Hammond)—after placing third in the imperial exams—wants to make her his concubine instead of his wife. In front of everyone, she breaks off the engagement and publicly humiliates him. She then takes An Ziqian (Connor Halstead),...The Regent's Iron Return
#47FantasyChu Ning transmigrated into the body of the eighteenth prince of the Chu dynasty, who had been living among commoners. After being returned to the royal family, he became a pawn on the front lines, constantly used as a scapegoat by his scheming brothers. In the face of despair, he awakened the “Supreme Power System.” With extraordinary intelligence and strategy, he turned...Shadows of the Late Spring
#48Romance, DramaWithin the palace walls, she is the Second Princess, hiding her sharp edge while secretly making poisons for medicinal purposes. Outside the palace, he is an assassin carrying the blood debt of his family's massacre, living under a false name and searching for his lost sister. At a palace banquet, a masked figure from the past returns—but the tattoo on his back has been erased....Lifting My Lord
#49RomanceBorn with extraordinary strength, country girl Lin Chuliu sells herself to the Shen family to save her gravely ill younger sister, becoming the personal maid of the crippled young master, Shen Huaian. Armed with brute force, quick wit, and an indomitable spirit, she forces medicine down her stubborn master's throat, keeps him in line, and stands by his side as they outsmart enemies,...Daughter of Fortune
#50Romance, FantasyShen Zhinian and her legitimate elder sister Shen Nanqiao are both reborn. In their previous lives, Shen Nanqiao entered the palace as a concubine, while Shen Zhinian married a poor scholar. Both died miserable deaths. To avoid the disasters of the palace that befell her in her past life, Shen Nanqiao forcefully sends Shen Zhinian into the palace in her place. Step by step, Shen...
