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The Best Episodes of The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1

Every episode of The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1!

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Xiao Qiao, a clever girl from the Qiao family, marries Wei Shao, the brave and kind master of the Wei family. Despite initial wariness due to ancestral grievances, Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao navigate their

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 2 - Betrothal
    8.5/10(112 votes)

    S1:E2

    Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao's marriage talks end poorly. Misunderstood by the people of Xindu, Wei Shao gains some support thanks to Xiao Qiao's help.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 1 - Feud
    8.3/10(114 votes)

    S1:E1

    Fourteen years after a feud was sparked, the Qiao and Wei families become united when Xiao Qiao is sent to marry Wei Shao in her sister's place.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 3 - Expelled
    7.5/10(83 votes)

    S1:E3

    Wei Shao sends Xiao Qiao away from Xindu after gaining the seal. Xiao Qiao vows to stop Liu Yan's evil plan. Wei Shao attacks Panyi.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 4 - Prejudices
    7.5/10(78 votes)

    S1:E4

    Xiao Qiao is torn between Wei Shao and Liu Yan. She mourns her grandfather but, out of duty, she vows to honor her engagement.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 5 - The Marriage
    7.4/10(78 votes)

    S1:E5

    Wei Shao attends his family's memorial, leaving the injured Xiao Qiao outside the city. She feigns weakness, stirring his guilt.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 6 - A Loving Couple
    7.3/10(75 votes)

    S1:E6

    Xiao Qiao struggles with her mother-in-law. Elders urge Wei Shao to take a concubine — though seemingly loving, he is wary of the Qiao family.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 7 - Pay Back
    7.3/10(76 votes)

    S1:E7

    Charmed by Wei Shao's affection, Xiao Qiao begins to fall for him. Lady Zhu hopes he'll take Zheng Chuyu as a concubine. Xiao Qiao is framed.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 9 - Showdown
    7.3/10(72 votes)

    S1:E9

    Wei Shao learns he's been used, straining his bond with Xiao Qiao. Lady Xu warns Xiao Qiao, who uncovers Wei Shao's weakness.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 10 - Lingering Fear
    7.3/10(70 votes)

    S1:E10

    Xiao Qiao defends a targeted Wei Shao, deepening their bond. Wei Shao asks Xiao Qiao to organize Lady Xu's birthday banquet.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 11 - A Birthday Gift
    7.3/10(68 votes)

    S1:E11

    Xiao Qiao faces setbacks while putting together a gift for Lady Xu. Provoked by Wei Yan, Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao have a terrible fight.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 22 - Jealousy
    7.3/10(62 votes)

    S1:E22

    Wei Yan hides his feelings for Xiao Qiao. Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao attend a New Year ceremony together, and grow closer.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 31 - Knelt down
    7.3/10(56 votes)

    S1:E31

    After a misunderstanding, Wei Shao rushes after Xiao Qiao. Da Qiao and her husband decide to return to Kang County. Wei Shao opens up to Xiao Qiao.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 8 - Secret Planning
    7.2/10(80 votes)

    S1:E8

    Xiao Qiao secretly helps Bi Zhi become commander of Boya. Under Gongsun Yang's guidance, Wei Shao learns how to behave toward his wife.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 12 - Instigate
    7.2/10(69 votes)

    S1:E12

    Xiao Qiao urges Wei Shao to divert water from Yanzhou to relieve the drought. Wei Yan's revelations about Wei Shao lead Xiao Qiao to feel betrayed.

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  15. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 13 - Sulking
    7.2/10(66 votes)

    S1:E13

    Wei Shao agrees to repair the canal to smooth his relationship with Xiao Qiao. Lady Su E Huang arrives for a visit — but she has an ulterior motives.

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  16. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 17 - Probing
    7.2/10(63 votes)

    S1:E17

    Wei Shao faces trouble. Xiao Qiao helps him rally the troops. After Yuan Wang and Wei Dian oppose the canal plan, Xiao Qiao plots to drive them apart.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 18 - Stargazing Date
    7.2/10(62 votes)

    S1:E18

    Xiao Qiao tries to deepen her bond with Wei Shao. Yuan Wang's daughter falls for Wei Liang, unaware that his heart belongs to another.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 19 - Real Feelings
    7.2/10(63 votes)

    S1:E19

    Wei Shao and his party return to Yu County, but Xiao Qiao has an accident. After the scare, they finally open their hearts to each other.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 20 - Truly Cares
    7.2/10(62 votes)

    S1:E20

    Da Qiao and her husband live peacefully. As Wei Shao's relationship with his mother improves, his feelings for Xiao Qiao are confirmed.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 28 - Telling the Truth
    7.2/10(56 votes)

    S1:E28

    Wei Yan leaves Yu County. Punished and exiled, Su E Huang vows revenge. Liu Yan leads his troops to war on behalf of Su E Huang.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 30 - Heartbroken
    7.2/10(58 votes)

    S1:E30

    Xiao Qiao risks her life to join Wei Shao and successfully persuades the enemy forces to retreat. Liu Yan withdraws.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 14 - Lady Yulou's Visit
    7.1/10(65 votes)

    S1:E14

    Su E Huang meets Wei Shao alone, upsetting Xiao Qiao. Grain sent by the Qiao family is destroyed — and Xiao Qiao and Wei Yan are blamed.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 15 - Find the Culprit
    7.1/10(74 votes)

    S1:E15

    Xiao Qiao prompts Wei Yan to reconcile with his grandmother, then takes action to resolve the conflict between Lady Zhu and Wei Shao.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 16 - Mediate
    7.1/10(61 votes)

    S1:E16

    Wei Shao and Xiao Qiao grow closer when they travel to Rong County. A conspiracy against Wei Shao begins to unfold.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. The Prisoner of Beauty Season 1 Episode 21 - Live Without Her
    7.1/10(61 votes)

    S1:E21

    After avoiding Xiao Qiao for a while, Wei Shao resolves to reconcile with his feelings, which leads their relationship to deepen.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Betrothal" is the best rated episode of "The Prisoner of Beauty" season 1. It scored 8.5/10 based on 112 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/13/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Feud".