The Duke of Mount Deer 2000
What is The Duke of Mount Deer?
The Duke of Mount Deer (2000) is a Hong Kong television drama that retells the story of Louis Cha’s novel The Deer and the Cauldron. Described by a production‑focused source as a “more recent, and somewhat more loose adaptation” of Jin Yong’s final wuxia work, the series presents the novel’s blend of historical intrigue and comedic adventure within a television format.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 42
- Runtime
- 75 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 25, 2000
- Last aired
- Sep 20, 2000
- Original language
- ZH
- Origin
- HK, TW
- Networks
- CTS
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 42 episodes and an average 75-minute runtime.
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Overview
The Duke of Mount Deer (2000) is a Hong Kong television drama that retells the story of Louis Cha’s novel The Deer and the Cauldron. Described by a production‑focused source as a “more recent, and somewhat more loose adaptation” of Jin Yong’s final wuxia work, the series presents the novel’s blend of historical intrigue and comedic adventure within a television format. The programme premiered on Hong Kong screens in the year 2000 and was subsequently shown in other Asian territories, extending its regional reach beyond its initial market. As a drama derived from a classic Chinese martial‑arts novel, the series situates its narrative in the late‑Ming period while emphasizing the novel’s characteristic mix of political satire and martial‑arts fantasy. Its broadcast timing and source material place it within the broader trend of early‑2000s adaptations of popular wuxia literature for television audiences across East Asia.
Should you watch it?
“A roguish hero navigates imperial intrigue in a playful twist on Jin Yong's classic.”
- Playful take on a beloved wuxia novel
- Rich period costumes and sets
- Blend of comedy and intrigue
- Loose adaptation may diverge from source material
- Pacing may feel uneven for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted period dramas with clever twists on classic Chinese literature.
Suitable for viewers who appreciate historical comedy and mild action, with no graphic violence.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 42 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Jul 25, 2000
- E2 Episode 2 Jul 26, 2000
- E3 Episode 3 Jul 27, 2000
- E4 Episode 4 Jul 28, 2000
- E5 Episode 5 Jul 31, 2000
- E6 Episode 6 Aug 1, 2000
- E7 Episode 7 Aug 2, 2000
- E8 Episode 8 Aug 3, 2000
- E9 Episode 9 Aug 4, 2000
- E10 Episode 10 Aug 7, 2000
- E11 Episode 11 Aug 8, 2000
- E12 Episode 12 Aug 9, 2000
- E13 Episode 13 Aug 10, 2000
- E14 Episode 14 Aug 11, 2000
- E15 Episode 15 Aug 14, 2000
- E16 Episode 16 Aug 15, 2000
- E17 Episode 17 Aug 16, 2000
- E18 Episode 18 Aug 17, 2000
- E19 Episode 19 Aug 18, 2000
- E20 Episode 20 Aug 21, 2000
- E21 Episode 21 Aug 22, 2000
- E22 Episode 22 Aug 23, 2000
- E23 Episode 23 Aug 24, 2000
- E24 Episode 24 Aug 25, 2000
- E25 Episode 25 Aug 28, 2000
- E26 Episode 26 Aug 29, 2000
- E27 Episode 27 Aug 30, 2000
- E28 Episode 28 Aug 31, 2000
- E29 Episode 29 Sep 1, 2000
- E30 Episode 30 Sep 4, 2000
- E31 Episode 31 Sep 5, 2000
- E32 Episode 32 Sep 6, 2000
- E33 Episode 33 Sep 7, 2000
- E34 Episode 34 Sep 8, 2000
- E35 Episode 35 Sep 11, 2000
- E36 Episode 36 Sep 12, 2000
- E37 Episode 37 Sep 13, 2000
- E38 Episode 38 Sep 14, 2000
- E39 Episode 39 Sep 15, 2000
- E40 Episode 40 Sep 18, 2000
- E41 Episode 41 Sep 19, 2000
- E42 Episode 42 Sep 20, 2000
Frequently asked questions
What source material does the 2000 series use?
It is adapted from Louis Cha's novel The Deer and the Cauldron.
When did the series first air?
It was first broadcast in 2000 in Hong Kong and later in other Asian countries.
What genre best describes the show?
The series is a drama with wuxia elements, combining historical settings and adventure.
Is the adaptation faithful to the novel?
The production is a looser adaptation, taking a more playful approach to the original story.
Where can I find more information about the series?
Details are available on TMDB and the DramaWiki page for The Duke of Mount Deer (2000).