Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty
Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty
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Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty

8.3
Yr 2022
Rt 45m
Status Returning Series
Mystery Crime Drama Action & Adventure
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Overview

General Lu Lingfeng and Detective Su Wuming uncover supernatural mysteries and hidden conspiracies threatening the empire during Emperor Xuanzong’s reign.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 83 /100

Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty received generally positive reception for its clever blend of historical detective work and eerie mystery. Reviewers appreciated that while cases initially feature eerie, fantastical elements like ghosts and illusions, they are ultimately grounded in logic and human deception rather than pure fantasy.

Praise was frequently directed at the show's storytelling, authentic Tang Dynasty historical backdrop, and engaging investigation structure. Multiple reviewers noted that the series was surprisingly addictive and enjoyable, highlighting its logical case progression and strong narrative momentum.

Minor critiques centered on characterization and pacing, with some viewers finding specific lead characters difficult to warm up to or noting occasional dated character traits. However, the overall consensus remains favorable, viewing it as a standout historical mystery series.

“an ancient detective series, cleverly wrapped in layers of seemingly supernatural occurrences that always turned out to be crimes masked by deception and intricate scheming”

“The pace is good, the story telling is excellent and logical”

“a serious mystery drama that focuses solely on investigations”

“ranked No.4 in the top 10 highest costumed dramas of 2022 in Douban!”

Why fans love it

Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty treats the imperial era not as a stiff period piece, but as a backdrop for high-stakes investigations. The series pairs grounded crime-solving with a steady stream of atmospheric puzzles, favoring logical deduction over pure fantasy despite the supernatural leanings of its cases. Yang Zhigang leads an ensemble that navigates internal power struggles while untangling elaborate webs of deception within the capital.

The show succeeds by balancing its action sequences with an emphasis on investigative grit. Each case functions as a self-contained riddle that forces the characters to adapt to shifting political threats under Emperor Xuanzong. It avoids the aimless wandering common in historical dramas, keeping the pacing tight as the central duo addresses corruption that reaches into the upper echelons of the empire. Complexity remains the focus, as the scripts prioritize layers of intrigue over easy resolutions.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 75
Regulars 8
Longest run 137 eps
Yang Zhigang
Yang Zhigang
as Su Wuming
137 episodes
Yang Xuwen
Yang Xuwen
as Lu Lingfeng
137 episodes
Gao Siwen
Gao Siwen
as Pei Xijun
137 episodes
Chen Chuang
Chen Chuang
as Fei Jishi
137 episodes
Sun Xuening
Sun Xuening
as Ying Tao
137 episodes
Yue Lina
Yue Lina
as Princess
137 episodes
Anson Shi
Anson Shi
as Xue Huan
116 episodes
Gallen Lo Ka-Leung
Gallen Lo Ka-Leung
as Emperor
76 episodes
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Hei Zi as Zhang Qian 40 episodes Guo Jiulong as Old neighbor 36 episodes Hu Fei as Bandit No.2 36 episodes Xu Zhanwei as illusionist D 36 episodes Bai Jingjing as Qing Hong's sister-in-law 36 episodes Zhou Junchao as Brother Liu 36 episodes Qu Xiaoyu as Guo Zhuang 51 episodes Paul Che Biu-Law as Mr. Zhou 42 episodes Zhang Zijian as Pei Jian 45 episodes Lin Jiangguo as Wu Daqi 37 episodes Xu Fulai as Su Qian 40 episodes Yao Anlian as Yuan Lai 40 episodes Zhang Mingming as Yin Shilang 40 episodes Wu Chunyi as Lady Shiyi 42 episodes Zhang Hengrui as Giant 37 episodes Wang Jiusheng as Ouyang Quan 40 episodes Wang Jinsong as Zhong Boqi 41 episodes Fan Ming as Meng Donglao 38 episodes Zhang Haifeng as Silla envoy 37 episodes Zhang Xiwen as He Lanxue 38 episodes Yu Yi as Qin Xiaobai 41 episodes Emile Amro as Kang Yuanli 39 episodes Ji Chenmu as Leng Ji 44 episodes Wang Li as Lu Tong 32 episodes Zhang Dabao as Bai Shan 7 episodes Niu Beiren as Du Ming 15 episodes Gao Yuan as Eunuch Yang 24 episodes Yang Juncheng as Cen Zhi 10 episodes Shen Baoping as Guang Xiao 11 episodes Ashin Shu as Zu 6 episodes Gao Yi as Bi Chengye 5 episodes Li Jinrong as Chancellor Cui Shi 19 episodes Han Chengyu as Dugu Xiashu 11 episodes Shi Ke as Cao Hui / 曹惠 6 episodes Chen Guanying as Ma Meng / 马蒙 10 episodes Shi Zixun as Linghu Shuo / 令狐朔 6 episodes Liu Enshang as Huangfu Tan / 皇甫坛 8 episodes Bei Le as Sima Liang / 司马亮 6 episodes Zhang Cengceng as Suo Long / 索龙 11 episodes Xi Wang as Chuntiao / 春条 11 episodes Xiao Yin as Yin 16 episodes Dalai Halihu as Jia 36 episodes 崔一凡 as Luo 36 episodes 甄少华 as Liu 32 episodes Yang Kun as Chi Ying 6 episodes Sun Xinhong as Wei Fenghua / 韦风华 6 episodes Niu Baojun as Xiong Qiannian 15 episodes Wei Ziyang as Administrator Luo 7 episodes 王焱 as Headman Xie 9 episodes Shao Laowu as Headman Huang 8 episodes Liu Zhiyang as Emperor 36 episodes Yang Boxiao as Zhao Yu / 赵雨 6 episodes Li Yutong as Li Nai'er 6 episodes Li Bin as Assistant Xu / 徐县丞 6 episodes Zhengyong Ding as Zhou / 老周 6 episodes Amelie Xu as Hongyao 6 episodes Li Xiaochuan as Meng Buyi 6 episodes Li Shengze as Officer Xu 8 episodes Wang Ziyi as Wei Tao 6 episodes 杨子睿 as Yang Ji 9 episodes Ma Xinrui as Lady Chong Sanshiliu 6 episodes Wanchen Zhai as Pei Mian 6 episodes Jiang Zhenhao as Chen Shubao / 陈叔宝 / Chen Qian / 陈谦 7 episodes He Yuhong as Ruiqiu / 雨师娘子 瑞秋 13 episodes Yang Zhen as Sheng / 牙人 阿笙 6 episodes Jie Bing as Li Changgeng / 修真坊坊正 李长庚 6 episodes Zhang Lei as Xin Zifang / 长安县令 辛子房 7 episodes
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Keywords

tang dynasty 唐朝诡事录
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Details

First Aired
September 27, 2022
Status
Returning Series
Episode Runtime
45 minutes
Origin
CN
TMDB Votes
53