Ari’s Favorites: Period Drama Edition

  • This list comprises of some of my favorite period/costume dramas. This list includes Historicals, Wuxia and Xianxia dramas! 

Note:  This list excludes dramas from my favorite dramas list. It is only being measured against the other period dramas that I’ve seen outside of that list. 

Ari Sep 26, 2022
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  • Ancient Love Poetry

    1. Ancient Love Poetry

    Chinese Drama - 2021, 49 episodes

    8.5

    I cried so bad watching this drama but it was so good. I particularly loved the second half the drama. This was my first time seeing the female lead but her smile is so infectious.  Fantastic acting/casting. <3

  • Love and Redemption

    2. Love and Redemption

    Chinese Drama - 2020, 59 episodes

    8.5

    This drama was so interesting. I'm happy I watched it and I see why it was so popular. I just wish SiFeng didn't go through so much pain in this drama. 

    This drama also has one of the best endings. <3 

  • Queen In Hyun's Man

    3. Queen In Hyun's Man

    Korean Drama - 2012, 16 episodes

    8.5

    Bring together time travel, an Interesting plot,  intense chemistry and you have Queen In Hyun’s Man. The idea of time travel has always interested me and this drama kept me invested to the very end. 

  • The Starry Love

    4. The Starry Love

    Chinese Drama - 2023, 40 episodes

    8.5

    Loved the magic, humor and adventure. The fearlessness and bond of the sisters made this drama the best watch.

  • Under the Power

    5. Under the Power

    Chinese Drama - 2019, 55 episodes

    8.5

    This drama is one of my personal favorites for many reasons. This drama has amazing chemistry, this drama features one of my favorite couples in dramaland. It also has interesting character development and great acting.

  • Alchemy of Souls

    6. Alchemy of Souls

    Korean Drama - 2022, 20 episodes

    8.5

    Amazing chemistry, Best CGI + Interesting storyline/lore. 

    I wish I had more chances to see the FL be badass in her OG body but I’m anticipating second 2 with eagerness! 

  • Who Rules the World

    7. Who Rules the World

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 40 episodes

    8.5

    See my thoughts on this drama in my Romance Playlist list!

  • Sungkyunkwan Scandal

    8. Sungkyunkwan Scandal

    Korean Drama - 2010, 20 episodes

    8.5

    This drama will forever be a classic. This is one of my absolute favorite dramas from Park Min Young. The chemistry, the acting and the OST were all captivating.

  • Lost Love in Times

    9. Lost Love in Times

    Chinese Drama - 2017, 56 episodes

    8.0

    Interesting plot that kept me intrigued the entire story. With the exception of one scene, I really enjoyed this drama. 

  • My Sassy Princess

    10. My Sassy Princess

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 22 episodes

    8.0

    Sassy Princess is an easy-going period drama that I watched to take a break from more of the angst heavy ones. It’s romantic, it’s fun and I seriously enjoyed watching the chemistry between the leads unfold.

  • Immortal Samsara: Part 1

    11. Immortal Samsara: Part 1

    Chinese Drama - 2022, 38 episodes

    8.0

    Another favorite of mine from Cheng Yi. This drama really knew how to capture the right amount of feels, drama, adventure and also deliver those lighthearted moments that I enjoy from my dramas. While this drama did become draggy, I still enjoyed Part 1 a fair amount compared to Part 2. 

  • Love in the Moonlight

    12. Love in the Moonlight

    Korean Drama - 2016, 18 episodes

    8.0

    I’ll always have to mention Love in the Moonlight because it was the drama that brought me into the period/costume drama world. Although gender benders are not my cup of tea, I loved the simplicity of this drama. I never became bored and I was excited for what came next. 

  • General's Lady

    13. General's Lady

    Chinese Drama - 2020, 30 episodes

    7.5

    My favorite comfort period drama. Although the FL’s character is a bit too immature,  I’m in love with the romance in this one! 

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