TV series

The Legend of Chasing Fish

2013–2014 · 1 season

A whimsical, romantic fantasy that blends light comedy with heartfelt sacrifice, easy to watch and emotionally engaging.

Overview: A gentle scholar and a shape-shifting carp spirit fall for each other against all odds. But when betrayal and divine forces tear them apart, she must make a heartbreaking sacrifice to save him — and earn their chance at a true, human love.
How it feels: Romantic, whimsical, melancholic and light. Measured and easy to follow.
About: Love, betrayal, identity, fate
Content: Mild violence, gore and sexual content. No swearing.
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Tone: romanticstrength 2 of 3
whimsicalstrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 2 of 3
lightstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: love
betrayal
identity
fate
redemption
Places: fantasy world
Era: period
Audience: teen
Form: serialised
Content intensity: Gore mild
Language none
Violence mild
Sex mild