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The Merchant of Qing Dynasty

2014·Show
34Episodes in1Season
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Satire & Parody1

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout storytelling

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Narrative Structure8
  • Intrigue8
  • Complexity8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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In 1776, the 41st year of the reign of Qianlong (Ni Dahong), the court is in urgent need of money for war, and official Akezhan (Zhang Zhijian) is sent to Yangzhou to collect donations from wealthy salt merchants. Instead, Akezhan uncovers a massive case of corruption that shakes the very core of the nation. Fortunately, merchant Wang Chaozong (Zhang Jiayi) appears to help deliver funds to the frontline and propose reforms to combat corruption. The fallout of the salt corruption case, however, is far-reaching and far from over, touching off a deadly power struggle that plays out amid the danger and excitement of Qianlong's southern inspection tour.
Historical Political DramaQing DynastyCorruption ScandalPower StruggleEconomic IntriguePeriod PieceRich Character DramaThought-ProvokingEpic Scale

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Is The Merchant of Qing Dynasty worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Merchant of Qing Dynasty rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does The Merchant of Qing Dynasty have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 34 episodes.

When did The Merchant of Qing Dynasty air?

It ran from 2014 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is The Merchant of Qing Dynasty in?

Chinese

It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.

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