---
title: "Story of Yanxi Palace"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/story-of-yanxi-palace-2018"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 81133
imdb_id: "tt8865016"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 70
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 37
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Story of Yanxi Palace (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/story-of-yanxi-palace-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Story of Yanxi Palace is a 2018 Chinese television series created by Yu Zheng for the streaming platform iQIYI. The drama features a cast including Wu Jinyan, Charmaine Sheh, Qin Lan, and Nie Yuan. Consisting of 70 episodes, the series aired from July 19, 2018, to August 26, 2018. The narrative follows a smart and witty woman named Wei Yingluo who enters the imperial palace as a seamstress. Her primary motivation is to uncover the truth regarding the death of her older sister. Suspecting the imperial guard Fucha Fuheng of the crime, Yingluo intentionally draws the attention of his sister, Empress Fucha. This maneuver allows her to secure a transfer to the Changchun Palace as a maid. As the story progresses, Yingluo discovers that the Fucha siblings are kind-hearted and honest individuals. During her time in the palace, she eventually develops romantic feelings for Fuheng. The production is categorized as a drama and was released for viewing on iQIYI throughout its broadcast run.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A seamstress enters the imperial palace to investigate her sister's mysterious death through cunning and wit."

### Why Watch
- sharp protagonist
- intricate palace politics
- high production values

### Caveats & Content Note
- complex plot
- intense pacing
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains themes of palace intrigue and emotional conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, scheming, period, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, iQIYI, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Rakuten Viki, iQIYI, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, iQIYI, Rakuten Viki, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, iQIYI | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (70 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 70
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (4%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 67 (96%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Hui Kaidong, Wen Deguang
- **Networks / Studios**: iQiyi

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Wu Jinyan** as *Wei Yingluo*
- **Nie Yuan** as *Aisin-Gioro Hongli*
- **Charmaine Sheh Sze-Man** as *Hoifa-Nara Shushen*
- **Qin Lan** as *Fucha Rongyin*
- **Xu Kai** as *Fucha Fuheng*
- **Wang Yuanke** as *Su Jinghao*
- **Tan Zhuo** as *Gao Ningxin*
- **Zhang Jiani** as *Niohuru Chenbi*
- **Jiang Zixin** as *Mingyu*
- **Su Qing** as *Hitara Erqing*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Wei Yingluo, a seamstress who enters the palace.

### Q: Why does Wei Yingluo enter the palace?
She enters the palace to uncover the truth behind her older sister's death.

### Q: Who is the Empress?
The Empress is Fucha, the sister of the imperial guard Fucha Fuheng.

### Q: Where does Wei Yingluo work?
She is transferred to work as a maid in the Changchun Palace.

### Q: What is the protagonist's initial goal?
She initially seeks to find the person responsible for her sister's death.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Story of Yanxi Palace — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/81133)
- [Story of Yanxi Palace - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Story_of_Yanxi_Palace)
- [Story of Yanxi Palace (TV Series 2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8865016/fullcredits/)
- [Story of Yanxi Palace Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/28565-the-tale-of-yanxi-palace/cast)
- [Story of Yanxi Palace (TV Series 2018-2018) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/81133/cast)
- [Story of Yanxi Palace (2018) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/tv-shows/story-of-yanxi-palace/txb3DXTC7ovLNS6hjMmxZ7/credits/)

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