Ming Dynasty (2019)

Against the vibrant backdrop of the Ming Dynasty's nascent years, a saga of power, mystery, and resilience unfolds. A nation arises, touched by the sheen of prosperity, extending its influence across distant oceans. Amidst the echoes of past emperors and dynasties, a tale of blood and brilliance, of dreams cradled in the ancient city of Jinling, takes shape. The story begins with the pivotal Battle of Jing in the maiden year of Ming Yongle. The enigma of the Jianwen Emperor's disappearance into the mountains leaves a nation in suspense. Tragedy befalls the old minister of Jianwen, leaving his daughters, saved by the prince Zhu Gaochi and the deputy Sun Yu, to navigate the turbulence of a divided lineage – one in the palace, the other in the wilderness. A decade later, as conspiracies simmer beneath the surface, the elder daughter's assassination attempt on Zhu Xi coincides with her younger sister's entrance to the palace. Their paths cross with the emperor Zhu Zhuji, and they become entwined in the political upheaval led by Jinling City's Bo Yunyu. Amidst this turmoil, the nation begins to heal from chaos, moving its capital and embarking on Zheng He's landmark voyages. As their world expands and prospers, the "Yongle Dadian" is compiled, marking a golden era. In the heart of this maelstrom, the elder daughter chooses to abandon her personal vendetta. Instead, she supports her husband's rise to the throne, striving for peace and happiness for her people. With her strength and wisdom, she navigates the complexities of the Five Emperors and Six Dynasties. Her journey upstream, a testament to her resilience, witnesses the dawn of a great era. In the end, the Ming Dynasty TV series is a magnificent tapestry of perseverance, politics, and the power of a single individual to shape the course of history.

Ming Dynasty is a drama show featuring Tang Wei and created by 张挺.

Ming Dynasty is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Rakuten Viki and it's also available on Amazon Prime Video and Rakuten Viki.