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The Best TV Shows on Dragon TV

Every Dragon TV Show Ranked From Best To Worst

With its programming history stretching from 2011 to 2023, Dragon TV offers an impressive lineup of over 20 shows. For top-tier entertainment, Dragon TV delivered Empresses in the Palace and All Men Are Brothers in 2011 and 2011. Our curated list, current as of January 2025, showcases over 20 of Dragon TV’s highest-rated series.

  • Singing With Legends
    Singing With Legends (2019)10.0

  • The Golden Eyes
    The Golden Eyes (2019)9.1

    An ordinary man working at a pawnshop accidentally encounters an incident that affects his eyes and ignites changes in his life that start him on a tomb-raiding adventure.

  • Nirvana in Fire
    Nirvana in Fire (2015)8.9

    During the great unrest of 4th-century China, war breaks out between the feudal Northern Wei and Southern Liang dynasties. General Lin Xie of Liang takes his only 17-year-old son, Lin Shu, into battle and successfully fights off the hostile Wei army. But when a political rival frames General Lin Xie, it causes the deaths of 70,000 Chiyan army soldiers. Lin Shu is able to escape with his life with the help of a loyal subordinate. Twelve years later, Lin Shu establishes the Jiangzuo Alliance and returns to the capital as the Chief Mei Changsu. When the Northern Wei forces mount another attack, to what lengths will Mei Changsu go to protect his own people?

  • Our Glamorous Time
    Our Glamorous Time (2018)8.7

    Li Zhi Cheng is a former soldier who has been ordered to take over his family's business when business was going downhill. He has a fateful meeting with Lin Qian, an independent and capable white-collar who was freshly graduated and meeting difficulties in starting up her own business. Due to Li Zhi Cheng's complete lack of experience in business, nobody in the industry had hopes in this newly appointed CEO of AiDa. But with the help of Lin Qian's working experience and drive, coupled with Li Zhi Cheng's wits and methods, they bring Ai Da's business to new heights together.

  • Empresses in the Palace
    Empresses in the Palace (2011)8.5

    Zhen Huan, a 17-year-old innocent introduced into the imperial court as the latest concubine of Emperor Yong Zheng. Her dreams of a new life of love and prosperity are swiftly dashed as she enters a dog-eat-dog world of treachery and corruption.

  • Like a Flowing River
    Like a Flowing River (2018)8.2

    The story of Song Yunhui, Lei Dongbao, and Yang Xun as they take part in China’s economic reform from the 1980s to the 1990s.

  • Spy Game
    Spy Game (2023)8.2

    In Jinhai, China, a spy game has shot up to popularity among young people. As it turns out, the game is developed by an overseas intelligence organization known as "Night Fog". They are using players to engage in espionage activities without their knowledge and also seizing the opportunity to cultivate spies among them. The evil seeds of the game has been spreading silently throughout the city. At this time, Gao Tian Yang, the head of reconnaissance at Jinhai National Security Bureau works together with intelligence officer Wu Xi to dive deep into the game as they investigate a case surrounding laboratory secrets that have leaked. During their investigation, the two rescue from a conspiracy Huang Zi Cheng, who is like a little brother to Gao Tian Yang, and in turn, he becomes their informant thanks to his rich experience within the spy game.

  • The Imperial Doctress
    The Imperial Doctress (2016)8.0

    Growing up in a family of physicians, Tan Yun Xian was adored by her grandparents for her intellect, curiosity and medical acumen. Despite the many barriers for female physicians in ancient China, Yun Xian nevertheless proved herself to be a skilled family and female doctor — and ultimately the most famous female doctor of the Ming Dynasty.

  • All Men Are Brothers
    All Men Are Brothers (2011)7.8

    Toward the end of Northern Song Dynasty, the government was deeply corrupted. The oppressed people finally rebelled. A hundred and eight men and women fought against the government and took their last stand in a place called Liangshan.

  • A Little Reunion
    A Little Reunion (2019)7.8

    This story focuses on China's notorious college entrance exam, the "gaokao." It follows three seniors in high school and their families as they navigate the ups and downs of their lives whilst preparing for this exam that they believe will determine the trajectory of the rest of their lives.

  • Eternal Love
    Eternal Love (2017)7.6

    Three hundred years ago, Bai Qian stood on the Zhu Xian Terrace, turned around and jumped off without regret. Ye Hua stood by the bronze mirror to witness with his own eyes her death. Three hundred years later, in the East Sea Dragon Palace, the two meet unexpectedly. Another lifetime another world, after suffering betrayal Bai Qian no longer feels anything, yet she can't seem to comprehend Ye Hua's actions. Three lives three worlds, her and him, are they fated to love again?

  • Legend of Mi Yue
    Legend of Mi Yue (2015)7.5

    The story of Mi Yue (Queen Dowager Xuan), the first stateswoman in the history of China. Mi Yue was a young princess who lived in the Kingdom of Chu during the Warring States period. She was sent to Qin as a concubine and part of her sister Mi Shu's dowry, separating her from first love Huang Xie. King Ying Si passes away while his sons are still battling for the throne, and ultimately, Ying Dang comes out as the successor. Mi Yue is banished to Yan with her son Ying Ji. However, Ying Dang suddenly dies, leaving Qin in a state of chaos. Mi Yue enlists the help of the "barbarian" Yiqu army, successfully returning to Qin, suppressing political revolts and instates her son Ying Ji on the throne. Mi Yue goes on to become the first Empress Dowager (Empress Mother) in China’s history.

  • The First Half of My Life
    The First Half of My Life (2017)7.3

    A group of city dwellers who have to make choices about love and career. Based on Hong Kong novelist Yi Shu's novel of the same name.

  • The Princess Weiyoung
    The Princess Weiyoung (2016)7.2

    A princess descended from a ruined noble family disguises herself as the woman who saved her life and embarks on a mission to avenge her loved ones.

  • Tiger Mom
    Tiger Mom (2015)7.1

    Luo Qian Qian may be spoiled, but that all comes to an end when her mother Bi Sheng discovers academic competition is fierce in elementary school. Determined to make up for lost time, Bi Sheng transforms into a fierce "tiger mom" hell bent on excellence at all costs. In contrast, Qian Qian's father Luo Su believes their daughter's happiness ranks higher than her academic performance. Meanwhile, both sets of grandparents weigh in, while Luo Su's gentle ex resurfaces.

  • Ode to Joy
    Ode to Joy (2016)6.2

    Can five single, independent career women who live in the Ode to Joy apartment building find fulfillment on their own terms? An Di is a successful business woman who has returned to China after studying in New York to find her younger brother. Qu Xiao Xiao is only 25 but already owns her own small business. Fang Sheng Mei grew up in poverty but has shed her “Princess of the Streets” background to work for a multinational company. Qiu Ying Ying is a 20-year-old small-town girl who is trying to make it in the big city. Guan Ju Er is a 20-year-old from a highly educated family, but she must discover what she wants out of life when enters the workforce for the first time. For these women, there is a man (or two) who is trying to get their attention. Dr. Zhao is a flirtatious, handsome doctor. Qi Dian is the stoic businessman. Wang Bai Chuan is Sheng Mei’s steadfast friend who has always carried a torch for her. Yao Bin is a second-generation chaebol. Tan Zong Ming is An Di’s boss who has been friend-zoned by her despite knowing her since their schooldays. 

  • Lost Love in Times
    Lost Love in Times (2017)6.0

    Feng Qingchen, a sorceress of Mingyi Tower, is drawn into a power struggle within the royal family of Western Wei. As tensions rise and rivalries threaten the kingdom, she must use her abilities to restore peace and unity. Amid betrayal and court opposition, Qingchen faces the ultimate test of loyalty, love, and courage.

  • A Life Time Love
    A Life Time Love (2017)5.3

    Chi Yun is a skilled martial artist who grew up in the wilderness. He falls in love with Mu Qingmo at first sight, and openly pursues her once they meet again a couple of years later. She eventually reciprocates his affections, even though her brother had already promised her hand in marriage to the powerful noble Lingyun Shenglun. Shenglun is aware their marriage is only for alliance purposes, and promises to keep their relationship platonic. However, he eventually becomes attracted to the heroine, and is determined to keep her by his side forever.

  • The Way We Were
    The Way We Were (2018)4.0

    Xiao Qing, the principled daughter of a heroic prosecutor, meets Shu Che, a classmate determined to distance himself from his corrupt father's shadow. Their love blossoms, but when their fathers face off in a legal battle, their relationship is tested, forcing them to choose between love and duty.

  • 梦想改造家
    梦想改造家 (2014)N/A

    "Dream Home" is a large-scale decoration reality show created by Dragon TV in China. The program selects ordinary families with living difficulties throughout the country, and through the ingenuity of designers, they can complete the seemingly impossible dream of home improvement at a limited cost. The program boldly breaks through the traditional decoration style mainly based on color and soft decoration, and focuses on the transformation of space and the realization of functions. With limited funds and limited space, a thorough renovation is carried out according to the special needs of the clients, which truly solves the housing problem of the entrusted family. By focusing on buildings with different regional characteristics and family stories of different types and backgrounds across the country, it reveals the meaning of home to people and witnesses the happiness that home improvement renovation brings to people.