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.
Blades Amid Blossoms
#1
Historical, Suspense, Comedy
Wanyan Luorong, Liu Haoqun, Han Leyao
When the imperial concubine returns to Peach Blossom Manor to visit her family, she mysteriously dies in the peach blossom grove. The wandering swordsman Yan Shiyi becomes the prime suspect. Cold Blade, the guard responsible for the concubine's safety, orders the manor to be sealed off, prohibiting anyone from entering or leaving. As the investigation deepens, the secrets of Peach Blossom...The Immortal Ascension
#2
Historical, Fantasy, Immortal
Yang Yang, Gina Jin
Han Li, a poor boy from a mountain village, accidentally stumbled onto the path of cultivation. As he progressed step by step toward success, he remained true to his humble origins, relying on his own strength and resilience. Despite frequent exclusion and schemes against him due to his ordinary background and mediocre aptitude, Han Li never thought of giving up. Instead, through perseverance...Duel on Mount Hua: Nine Yin True Sutra
#3
Historical, Wuxia, Action
Zhou Yiwei, Meng Ziyi, He Yu
Mei Ruohua, the daughter of a merchant, suffered the massacre of her family by treacherous villains in her youth, leaving her with an unquenchable thirst for vengeance. By fate, she became a disciple of Peach Blossom Island, where she took the name Mei Chaofeng. There, she developed a secret affection for her senior martial brother, Chen Xuanfeng. Determined to master peerless martial...Better Halves
#4
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Snow Kong, Ren Hao
The spoiled young lady from a prestigious matchmaking family, Shi Fa ke, has always believed in the creed of "seize pleasure when life is happy." With a modest but consistent record of completing only one matchmaking case per month, she works at the Official Matchmaking Bureau. The Marquis of Wu'an seeks to rebel through marital alliances, prompting the emperor to send the master of...Stealing Heart
#5
Historical, Romance
Zhang Yijie, Zhong Lili
Lin Chuning grew up in an orphanage, never knowing her birth parents, and considered her best friend Xiaorou her only family. When a wealthy businessman, driven by lust, cruelly took Xiaorou’s life in a fit of rage, Lin Chuning vowed revenge—but alone and powerless, she stood little chance. After discovering a keepsake that suggested Xiaorou might have been a long-lost child of...She Is the Phoenix
#6
Historical, Romance
Ma Qiuyuan, He Jianqi
Shen Yu, a skilled martial artist and daughter of a military family, whose fate is rewritten by a devastating military defeat. Given a second chance, she vows to uncover the truth and avenge her father. Disguised as a man while investigating the case, she meets and falls in love with Xie Tingzhou, the heir to the Northern Lin principality. Together, they work to overturn the old case,...In the Name of Dawn
#7
Historical, Romance
He Xuanlin, Zhang Tingrui, Li Yanman
Ji Yunchao, who is betrayed by her closest friend and, after surviving a life-threatening ordeal, returns under a new identity. With extraordinary intelligence and determination, she meticulously schemes to seek justice for herself. Later, Ji Yunchao is forced into a mutually beneficial agreement with Pei Yan—each using the other for their own ends. Through every carefully plotted...Returned Master
#8
Historical, Wuxia
Dong Zifan, Li Kaiwen
After retiring from service, General Li's entire family was slaughtered on New Year's Eve. The youngest son, Li Jianwei, narrowly escaped death and went into hiding, disguising himself as a courtesan to infiltrate Jianwei Mountain and seek vengeance. The mischievous and free-spirited young master of the Ghost Valley, Chen Xiaoxi, grows unexpectedly close to Li Jianwei, who had schemed...Coroner's Diary
#9
Historical, Suspense, Romance
Landy Li, Ao Ruipeng
Shen Yi, the Minister of Justice, is implicated in the Prince Jin case, leading to the tragic extermination of his entire family. His daughter, Shen Wan, assumes the identity of Qin Wan, the ninth daughter of the Qin family, and flees to Jingzhou. Once perceived as weak and easily bullied, Qin Wan undergoes a drastic transformation—she not only excels in healing but also masters forensic...Wild Fire
#10
Historical, Romance, Suspense
He Xuanlin, Gao Mingchen, Wu Mingjing
Set against the turbulent backdrop of the Republican era, this drama tells the poignant love story between Shen Muling, a renowned opera performer from a humble background, and Guan Xingkai, a wealthy young man who has returned from studying abroad. Despite the stark divide in their social status, harsh public judgment, and betrayal from those closest to them, the two wounded souls...Spring's Gentle Return
#11
Historical, Romance
Wanyan Luorong, Xiang Xin
During the Dacheng era. It follows Chen Yiqu, a low-ranking government clerk, and Yang Tao, a physician, who decide to divorce on their third wedding anniversary. Just as they are about to exchange their separation letters and part ways amicably, officers from the Surveillance Bureau storm in, detain them, and demand they surrender alleged treasonous correspondence. Overnight, the law-abiding...Royal Upstart
#12
Historical, Romance
Pan Yihong, Zhu Rongjun
An unexpected turn of events transports Xiao Ning to the Great Jing Dynasty, where he becomes a live-in son-in-law for the Su family. Using ancient methods, he imbues tea and wine with exquisite charm, attracting widespread acclaim. He establishes newspapers and gathers talented individuals, helping a princess navigate the complexities of court politics. Facing challenges from a cunning...Rosefinch
#13
Suspense, Thriller, Historical
Wan Qian, Qin Junjie, Lin Lexuan
In 1929, a bizarre double murder case involving a closet shocked Shanghai. Soon after, the killer struck again, claiming the lives of several dance hall girls. Forensic expert Xia Mo and shrewd detective Tang Zhenyun unexpectedly uncovered a far more sinister and darker truth behind the crimes—a web of power and carnal exploitation, where the murdered girls were mere playthings destined...In the Name of Blossom
#14
Historical, Romance, Business
Yang Zi, Li Xian
In the bustling capital of Chang'an, the Fangyuan Garden thrived with endless streams of visitors, its gates never free of crowds. Despite constant obstruction from County Princess Li Youzhen, it stood unshaken. When envoys from across the land gathered in the empire, He Weifang, the garden's mistress, was entrusted with a critical task—amidst snow and wind, she unveiled a breathtaking...A Dream Within A Dream
#15
Romance, Historical, Comedy
Li Yitong, Liu Yuning
What should you do if you accidentally get transported into the world of a script and become the heroine doomed to be used, abused, and killed by the villainous male lead? For Song Xiaoyu, the answer is simple—run as far as she can! But while her plans seem perfect, reality proves brutally unkind. Every time she tries to alter the storyline and marry a supporting character instead,...The Princess's Gambit
#16
Historical, Romance
Liu Xueyi, Meng Ziyi
Shen Zaiye, the Left Chancellor of the Qi Kingdom, who meets Princess Jiang Taohua of the Northern Yuan Kingdom due to a conspiracy by his political enemies. Shen Zaiye is cunning and ruthless, while Jiang Taohua is clever and resourceful. In the turbulent political landscape between the two nations, they outsmart and manipulate each other. Forced to collaborate in the face of powerful...Girls Fighting Fate
#17
Historical, Romance
Victor Huang, Richards Wang, Guan Chang
The Shen family, who have been running a generations-old orange business. Shen Yanqing, the family patriarch, and his sixth brother, Shen Yanzhou, both fall in love with Xiuju, a woman from an impoverished background. To ensure the continuation of the Shen family lineage, the eldest wife, Zhuang Hui, arranges for Xiuju to marry Shen Yanqing. Thus begins a tangled and heart-wrenching...A Dream Like The True Love
#18
Historical, Romance
Liu Xuwei, Na Yi
Wen Su, who was investigating the flood, unexpectedly saved Chen Baoyin, a rural girl from a poor family who was about to be sacrificed to the River God. To pay for her mother's medical treatment, Baoyin voluntarily left home and, after several twists and turns, was sold as a servant to the Wen family. Meanwhile, Wen Su, despite becoming a top scholar, suddenly saw his family fall on...Above The Clouds
#19
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Xu Zhenzhen, Zhang Jingyun
Lu Anning and Ling Cang endured a thousand lifetimes of tragic love, manipulated by destiny. From powerful adversaries to gradually awakening and reversing their fate, they join hands to cultivate and advance their immortal powers, defying destiny to escape its control.To Get Master
#20
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Bao Shang'en, Zhang Junning
The pampered Princess Li Song'er of Zuimeng Kingdom unexpectedly transmigrates into the novel "Only I Am Supreme", where she coincidentally meets the "Great Devil," Gu Yuan. Li Song'er tries every trick in the book to escape the "Great Devil." However, since Gu Yuan holds the key to her return to Zuimeng Kingdom, she is forced to remain by his side, leading to a tumultuous love-hate relationship.Falling for Divinity
#21
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Bunny Zhang, Hu Bowen
Bu Nian, a gray-eyed maiden with a unique constitution, has lived under the protection of the Goddess of Zhaoyao Mountain. One day, she rescues Xue Yiyang, a gravely wounded general who has lost his memory. As they fall in love, Bu Nian makes a solemn vow to the Goddess to heal him—on the condition that he must leave the mountain forever. Heartbroken but determined, Bu Nian descends...Where Love Dares
#22
Historical, Romance
Ding Ran, Li Ruotian
Chen Qingyan, the gentle physician of Yunshui Town, unwittingly took in a lost and wounded amnesiac. As they healed each other’s scars, love quietly blossomed between them. Yet she never imagined that this obedient, charming man—who fetched water and gathered herbs for her—was none other than the ruthless young marshal Leng Sinian, the very man rumored to be forcing villagers...Qingchuan's Veil of Vengean
#23
Historical, Political, Wuxia
Guo Xiaoting, Zhou Lijie
In the tenth year of the Zhanghe era, Xia Qiguang is sent by his father, the Prince of Jing, to become the disciple of Mo Wang by chance. The young nobleman scorns this so-called "The World's Greatest Master," but greatly admires the female general Mo Qingchuan, who defends the nation. Unbeknownst to him, the very person before him—Mo Wang—is Qingchuan herself. As master and disciple...The Fallen Lady Returns
#24
Historical, Romance
Teng Zewen, Zhan Yu
After suffering a brutal death at the hands of the Zhou family in her past life, Zhang Xiyin unexpectedly finds herself reborn! Determined to take revenge on her husband, Marquis Ding'an Zhou Yihong, and his second wife Li Yuewan, Zhang Xiyin proactively approaches and forms an alliance with Prince Ji, Duan Jianli, for mutual benefit. However, as their encounters unfold, what began...Abyss Dweller
#25
Historical, Suspense, War
Huang Xiaoming, Karlina Zhang
In January 1940, Liang Shuo, an injured underground operative of the Chinese Communist Party, awoke in a blizzard-swept mountain, suffering from amnesia. Following clues, he arrived in Shanghai to uncover his identity but found himself ensnared by the Japanese, leading him to suspect he was part of the Military Bureau. Agents from Wang Puppet Regime's No. 76 also approached him, claiming...The Litchi Road
#26
Historical, Drama
Lei Jiayin, Yue Yunpeng
During the Tang Dynasty, Li Shande is deceived by his colleagues and transformed from a mere inspector into the "Litchi Courier." He is compelled to accept a deadly mission: to deliver fresh lychees from Lingnan to Chang'an to celebrate the birthday of Consort He. The lychee's freshness deteriorates rapidly—its color changes after one day, its fragrance fades after two days, and its...Feud
#27
Fantasy, Immortal, Romance
Bai Lu, Joseph Zeng
Hua Ruyue, the Immortal Venerable of the Four Spirits, and Bai Jiusi, the Great Accomplished Mystic Venerable, were once an inseparable pair of immortal lovers, sharing a common origin. Yet, a grave misunderstanding led to their bitter enmity. Following their painful separation, the devastating loss of their child, and Hua Ruyue's brutal demise, both wrestled fiercely with their conflicting...The Antidote to Love
#28
Historical, Romance
Li Jiulin, Zhu Lilan
During the Great Wei years, with the land still in turmoil, Prince Ning Zhao He led his troops to battle and faced a life-threatening situation. The Taibu Divination Bureau, by imperial decree, offered a precious "medicine slave" to detoxify him. Medicine slave "Yi Jiu", secretly a Saintess of the Moon Tribe, used herself as bait, falling deep into the elaborate scheme. Ultimately,...Eternal Brotherhood Season 2
#29
Historical, Sci-fi, Fantasy
Yang Xuwen, Liu Yuning, Zhang Ming'en
The "Planet of Light," once inhabited by humans, has high-tech weapons remaining from a prehistoric civilization that was destroyed. Millions of years later, the Zichuan, Liu Feng, Lin, and Sai Ya families are in continuous conflict. The planet's resources are being endlessly exploited, and the people are suffering. Zichuan Xiu, a young man who champions love and peace, realizes his...Adventure for Love
#30
Historical, Romance
Hei Ze, Tan Yanyan
Modern woman Ma Qianqiu time-travels into an ancient princess and unexpectedly becomes entangled in a power struggle. She and the cunning General Qin Che go from mutual suspicion to joining forces against the tyrant Ma Yangfei and the Beiyu faction. Pretending to be a couple to handle public opinion, they uncover Qin Che’s mysterious origins and his mother’s wrongful case, but face...Be Yourself
#31
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Pan Luyu, Zhao Muyan, Gao Maner
A hundred-year-old monstrous cultivator, after enduring a tribulation to ascend, believed he would achieve perfect merit. Unexpectedly, he was obliterated by a hundred bolts of lightning, his spirit and form utterly destroyed. He ultimately merged with Zhao Feiyang, the fourth son and good-for-nothing of the Zhao family. His extraordinary life begins with three marriage proposals arriving...Destiny of Love
#32
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Darren Chen, Huang Riying
In Luzhao Kingdom, Qiao Manman, the proprietress of Ruyi Wanshifang, mistakenly marries into Prince Jin's manor due to a business commission. She and the "limping" Prince Fu Chengjin go from being playful adversaries to working together to resolve crises, jointly opposing the Second Prince Fu Yunnuo and Prince Huer Sa of the Western Lin Kingdom. Meanwhile, Princess Aliya of the Western...A Prime Minister's Disguise
#33
Historical, Romance
Richards Wang, Li Zixuan
After peace was restored, the new emperor, Huo Jingheng, selected a worthy consort and summoned Yue Ling’er—the long-missing sister of the former dynasty’s prime minister, Yue Chi—into the palace to serve. Deeply protective of his sister, Yue Chi was reluctant to let her suffer in the palace. Moreover, as Huo Jingheng had recently shown increasing interest in matters and people...Bright Eyes
#34
Historical, Romance
Jiang Zhenyu, Wang Jiaxuan
Li Zhian, the daughter of a Northern Jin general, who marries Zhu Huaichen, a Southern Liang hostage, due to her eye condition. However, she is betrayed by him. Reborn, Li Zhian regains her sight and decides to feign blindness for revenge. With the help of Zhu Huaijin, the Southern Liang Crown Prince, the two work together to right wrongs and ultimately find true love.ShenDu Fox Detective
#35
Historical, Suspense
Yin Xiaotian, Yang Yeming
In the city of Luoyang, a series of serial murders shock the community, with all victims being young women. The city is gripped by fear and tension. The Imperial Court's deputy prefect, Hu Zhengyi, is urgently tasked with solving the case. The young martial artist Li Jianxing deliberately approaches Hu Zhengyi in search of the truth behind his family’s massacre... From phoenix murders...Who Took My Heart Away
#36
Historical, Romance
Liu Zhiyi, Wang Luqing
Fang Xian, the leader of the Shadow Scouts, is forced to marry into the family but unexpectedly swaps souls with Kan Meiyuan, the eldest daughter who refuses the marriage? She schemes to break off the engagement, but he turns around and revitalizes the bathhouse! Watch this sweet and loving couple as they ‘switch lives’!The Dawn to the Night
#37
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Wei Tianhao, Yu Zhongli
Hua Zhaoyang, a cultivator from the Gu Yue Sect of the human race, who enters seclusion for five hundred years and breaks through to the Heaven-Human realm. He defeats his archenemy, the Shura Ye Tian, and enters the Illusory Ladder Realm. However, to truly become a Heaven-Human, Hua Zhaoyang must fulfill Ye Tian's dying wish—to save and prevent him from becoming a Shura. Thus, Hua...Love Beyond the Curse
#38
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Dai Gaozheng, He Shi
Chong Yang, a weary soul from the immortal Yongye Clan, seeks release from his endless existence by planting the Noctrose — a flower that blooms only for those ready to die. Yet, the flower refuses to open. Everything changes when he meets Ji Nanxing, a spirited girl from the fiery Yan Clan, burdened with a deadly curse. Her only hope of survival lies in marrying Chong Yang. As one...Youthful Glory
#39
Historical, Romance
Song Weilong, Bao Shang'en, Dai Luwa
In the eleventh year of the Chengkang reign, Jiang Xu, who has been guarding the border for eight years, returns to the Da Xian dynasty to investigate the embezzlement of military funds in the Dingbei Army. Unexpectedly, the case of embezzlement involves a vast conspiracy, and to uncover the real culprit and purge the court, Jiang Xu voluntarily marries Ming Tan, a noblewoman from another...Legend of Zang Hai
#40
Historical, Political, Suspense
Xiao Zhan, Zhang Jingyi, Zhou Qi
Overnight, the family of Zhi Nu, the son of Kua Duo, Chief of the Imperial Astronomical Observatory of the Great Yong Kingdom, was annihilated. He tempered his edges, acquired skills in construction and strategic mastery. Ten years later, under the alias Zang Hai, he returned to the capital and sought reconciliation with his enemy, the Marquis of Pingjin. In order to gain the Marquis's...2099
#41
Historical, Sci-fi, Romance
Sierra Li, Sun Zeyuan
Set in a virtual world, the drama tells the story of “laid-back emperor” Chen Xiaohua and his “AI fierce consort” Lady Xiao 2099, who join forces amid the political turmoil of the Chen Kingdom. Together, they outwit treacherous officials, fend off foreign enemies, and rewrite their destined paths, ultimately redeeming and empowering each other. In the series, Lady Xiao—armed...The Prisoner of Beauty
#42
Historical, Romance, Political
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
#43
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
#44
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
#45
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
#46
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
#47
Fantasy, Immortal, Romance
Liu Xueyi, Hu Yixuan, Ao Ruipeng
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
#48
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
#49
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
#50
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...
