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The Legend of Dugu

2018·Show
55Episodes in1Season
IMDb8.1

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle7
  • Violence6

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance7
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, politics, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth9
  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Daughters of a court official, Dugu Banruo, Dugu Mantuo, and Dugu Jialou were always destined for greatness. Blessed with beauty, intelligence, and connections, the Dugu sisters grew up knowing they were the subjects of a prophecy that could someday tear them apart. Determined to remain loyal to each other, they vowed to always put their relationship first. But time has a way of changing things, and vows are easily broken.
Historical Court DramaPower StruggleSisterhood & BetrayalPolitical IntrigueDynastic SagaComplex RelationshipsDestiny & ProphecyCharacter-Driven Plot

Crew

Directed by:
Shu-Pui Hou
Written by:
Zhang Wei

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Legend of Dugu worth watching?

78
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Legend of Dugu rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does The Legend of Dugu have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 55 episodes of about 46 minutes each.

When did The Legend of Dugu air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is The Legend of Dugu in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.

In how many countries can I watch The Legend of Dugu?

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What tropes does The Legend of Dugu use?

The Un-FavoriteAbsurdly Youthful MotherDoomed by CanonImprobable Infant SurvivalSpiritual SuccessorAge LiftDidn't Think This ThroughAdapted OutTime SkipDark Horse VictoryDeath by ChildbirthHistorical Badass Upgradeand 15 more

TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for The Legend of Dugu, including The Un-Favorite, Absurdly Youthful Mother, Doomed by Canon.