---
title: "The Song of Glory"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-song-of-glory-2020"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 105539
imdb_id: "tt12630290"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 53
runtime_minutes: 45
community_rating: 8.4
vote_count: 8
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Song of Glory (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-song-of-glory-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Song of Glory is a television series that aired from July 1 to August 28, 2020, on Tencent Video. The series is set in the Liu Song dynasty and revolves around the story of Chancellor Liu Yikang, who seeks to reform a corrupt government by marrying Shen Lige, a woman from a powerful military family. As they attempt to implement change, they face opposition from their political rivals, leading to the downfall of the Shen family. Shen Lige is driven by grief and vengeance to challenge the forces that destroyed her world.

The series is based on the same source material as The Princess Weiyoung. It originally aired on Tencent Video and has received recognition for its content. The exact nature of the recognition is not specified in the provided sources. The series is categorized as a drama and war and politics television show.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Chancellor Liu Yikang and Shen Lige unite to reform a corrupt government during the Liu Song dynasty."

### Why Watch
- engaging political reform plot
- strong character dynamic between leads

### Caveats & Content Note
- tragic familial downfall
- Tone & Suitability: Contains themes of political corruption, war, and grief.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: political, dramatic, historical, vengeful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Rakuten Viki, iQIYI | Rakuten Viki, iQIYI | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | iQIYI, Rakuten Viki | iQIYI, Rakuten Viki | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (53 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 53
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (6%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 50 (94%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Li Qin** as *Shen Lige*
- **Qin Hao** as *Liu Yikang*
- **Jason Koo** as *Liu Yixuan*
- **Qi Ji** as *Lu Yuan*
- **Guan Xueying** as *Shen Leqing*
- **Long Zhengxuan** as *Wang Zijin*
- **Eddie Cheung Siu-Fai** as *Shen Tingzhang*
- **Deng Ying** as *Mrs. Shen*
- **Zhang Yameng** as *Grand Consort Sun*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the series set?
The series is set during the Liu Song dynasty.

### Q: Who is the male lead?
Chancellor Liu Yikang seeks to reform a corrupt government.

### Q: Who does Liu Yikang marry?
He marries Shen Lige, a woman from a powerful military family.

### Q: What happens to the Shen family?
Political rivals strike back, leading to the downfall of the Shen family.

### Q: What drives Shen Lige later in the story?
She is driven by grief and vengeance to challenge the forces that destroyed her world.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Song of Glory — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/105539)
- [The Song of Glory - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Song_of_Glory)
- [The Song of Glory (2020) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/880447-the-song-of-glory/prehled/)

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