---
title: "Secret of the Three Kingdoms"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/secret-of-the-three-kingdoms-2018"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 78326
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 54
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 6
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Secret of the Three Kingdoms (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/secret-of-the-three-kingdoms-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Secret of the Three Kingdoms is a 2018 Chinese television series based on the novel San Guo Ji Mi by Ma Boyong, produced by Tangren Media and directed by Patrick Yau and Cheng Wai-man. The story centers on twin brothers Liu Xie and Liu Ping of the late Eastern Han Dynasty, where one was raised as an emperor and the other as a commoner.

The series features a cast including Ma Tianyu, Elvis Han, Wan Qian, Dong Jie, Sunny Wang, Dong Xuan, and Tan Jianci. Broadcast from March 27, 2018, to May 24, 2018, the standard series format spans 54 episodes and falls under the drama genre.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Discover the epic tale of twin brothers Liu Xie and Liu Ping in the late Eastern Han Dynasty."

### Why Watch
- It is a 2018 Chinese television series based on the novel San Guo Ji Mi by Ma Boyong.
- The production features direction by Patrick Yau and Cheng Wai-man and is produced by Tangren Media.
- The cast includes Ma Tianyu, Elvis Han, Wan Qian, Dong Jie, Sunny Wang, Dong Xuan, and Tan Jianci.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It spans 54 episodes, which requires a significant time commitment.
- Tone & Suitability: The series is a standard historical drama series with a 54-episode run that aired from March 27, 2018, to May 24, 2018.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #historical-drama, #twin-brothers, #eastern-han-dynasty, #chinese-television, #political-intrigue

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Rakuten Viki | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Rakuten Viki | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (54 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 54
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (6%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 51 (94%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ma Tianyu** as *Liu Xie / Liu Ping*
- **Elvis Han** as *Sima Yi*
- **Wan Qian** as *Fu Shou*
- **Dong Jie** as *Tang Ying*
- **Sunny Wang** as *Guo Jia*
- **Dong Xuan** as *Ren Hongchang*
- **Tu Nan** as *Man Chong*
- **Li Jianyi** as *Zhang Yu*
- **Jia Yize** as *Sima Lang*
- **Chang Cheng** as *Yang Jun*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Secret of the Three Kingdoms?
Streaming availability details are not provided in the source material.

### Q: Is Secret of the Three Kingdoms worth watching?
It is a 2018 drama based on a novel by Ma Boyong with a notable cast and crew, though personal preference varies.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Secret of the Three Kingdoms?
The series consists of 54 episodes in total.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of Secret of the Three Kingdoms?
The source material does not list or identify essential episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Secret of the Three Kingdoms — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/78326)
- [Secret of the Three Kingdoms - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secret_of_the_Three_Kingdoms)
- [Secret of the Three Kingdoms (TV Series 2018) - Cast & Crew ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/78326/cast)
- [Secret of Three Kingdoms Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/23728-secrets-of-three-kingdoms/cast)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*