The Legend of Hao Lan

A slow-burning historical drama of court intrigue and personal vengeance, demanding attention as it unfolds its tangled web of power and betrayal.

Created by

Lee Tat-Chiu

Genres

Drama

Starring

Wu Jinyan, Mao Zijun, Nie Yuan

Overview

Towards the end of the Warring States Era, the States of Qin and Zhao are engaged in a lengthy battle. Li Hao Lan, daughter of the Censor-in-chief of Zhao, is forced out of her own home after being set up by her stepmother. Having nothing to her name, she is sold as a slave and purchased by Lu Buwei, who is cleverly able to marry Hao Lan to Ying Yiren, a Qin royal who resides in Zhao as a hostage. However, Hao Lan and Buwei's presence in the Zhao palace ignites a dangerous battle, as they rely on their wits to evade Princess Ya’s devious schemes.

How it feels

Tense, dark, melancholic and romantic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Power, betrayal, revenge, ambition

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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