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The Story of a Noble Family

2003·Show
40Episodes in1Season
76
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Deeply romantic and moving

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Romance9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, family, and class and money

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

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The Story of a Noble Family (Chinese: 金粉世家) is a 2003 Chinese television series based on Zhang Henshui's novel Jinfen Shijia, directed by Li Dawei. The series was first broadcast in 2003 on China Central Television in mainland China.
Historical MelodramaFamily SagaRomantic DramaPeriod PieceSocial CommentaryCharacter-DrivenTragic Love StoryChinese TelevisionNostalgicClass Struggle

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Story of a Noble Family worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does The Story of a Noble Family have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 40 episodes of about 45 minutes each.

When did The Story of a Noble Family air?

It ran from 2003 to 2003 and has ended.

What language is The Story of a Noble Family in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.