---
title: "The Master of Tai Chi"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-master-of-tai-chi-1998"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 53648
imdb_id: "tt0481964"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 28
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Master of Tai Chi (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-master-of-tai-chi-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Master of Tai Chi is a television series first released in 1998. Catalogued under Action & Adventure, Drama. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 28 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A high-definition Hong Kong martial-arts drama showcases Vincent Zhao’s legendary kung-fu."

### Why Watch
- Stunning HD fight choreography
- Tailored showcase for kung-fu star Vincent Zhao
- Produced by veteran TVB team

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited to a single-season run
- May feel dated to modern viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The series features intense martial‑arts sequences and is suitable for mature audiences comfortable with combat violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: martial-arts, action, drama, high-definition, classic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-master-of-tai-chi-1998#watch.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Wu Jing** as *Yang Yuqian*
- **Amy Fan**
- **Billy Chow Bei-Lei**
- **Yu Hai**
- **Xu Xiangdong**
- **Lau Shun**
- **Kara Hui Ying-Hung**
- **Shing Fui-On**
- **Yuen Cheung-Yan**
- **Lisa Lui Yau-Wai**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When did the series originally air?
It aired on TVB's Jade and HD Jade channels from 25 February to 28 March 2008.

### Q: Who produced the series?
The drama was produced by Tommy Leung and Raymond Chai for TVB.

### Q: What is notable about its production?
It was TVB's first series produced in high definition.

### Q: Which martial‑arts star is the series built around?
The show was custom‑made for kung‑fu icon Vincent Zhao.

### Q: Was the main character's name always Mo Ma?
At Vincent Zhao’s request, the main character’s name was changed from Wen Zhiu to Mo Ma.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Master of Tai Chi — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/53648)

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