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Secret of the Three Kingdoms

2018Show1 season54 episodes

Drama
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9

A tense, intriguing drama series about history and politics.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Episodes

1 season · 54 episodes · best: S1E29 "Episode #1.29" 9.8

Episodes

8.0

Story

The epic story of twin brothers Liu Xie and Liu Ping of the late Eastern Han Dynasty, one raised as an emperor and the other a commoner.

Feels like

  • Historical Political Thriller
  • Twin Identity Drama
  • Late Han Dynasty Intrigue
  • Complex Character Study
  • Court Politics & Power Struggles
  • Emotional Family Bonds
  • Cao Cao vs. Liu Xie Dynamic
  • Suspenseful Narrative
  • Costume Drama

Cast

24 of 25 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Steve Cheng Wai-Man, Patrick Yau Tat-chi
Written by
Ma Boyong, Chang Jiang
Produced by
Karen Tsoi

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Facts

March 27, 2018 · May 24, 2018 · Ended

First aired
March 27, 2018
Last aired
May 24, 2018
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 54 episodes
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
Chinese
Made in
China
Available in
52 countries

Tropes

Historical Domain Character, Twin Switch, Imperial China +3

  • Historical Domain Character
  • Twin Switch
  • Imperial China
  • Gorgeous Period Dress
  • Separated at Birth
  • Historical Beauty Upgrade

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Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Secret of the Three Kingdoms?"

Questions about Secret of the Three Kingdoms

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Where can I stream Secret of the Three Kingdoms?

Rakuten Viki

In the United States, Secret of the Three Kingdoms is free with ads on Rakuten Viki. It also streams in 51 other countries.

Is Secret of the Three Kingdoms worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.9).

Is Secret of the Three Kingdoms okay for kids?

ViolenceStrong language

Yes: its content advisories are violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Secret of the Three Kingdoms?

41 h

About 41 hours: 54 episodes in 1 season of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2018 to 2018.

Is Secret of the Three Kingdoms in English?

Chinese

No, it was made in Chinese.