The Story of Ming Lan 2018
What is The Story of Ming Lan?
The Story of Ming Lan is a 2018 Chinese television series set in the Northern Song dynasty. The drama follows Sheng Minglan, the sixth daughter of the Sheng family, who is born to a concubine and overlooked within her household.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 78
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Dec 23, 2018
- Last aired
- Feb 14, 2019
- Original language
- ZH
- Origin
- CN
- Networks
- Hunan Television
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 41 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 78 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~45 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- Hunan Television
Where to watch in United States
Stream
U-NEXT
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The Story of Ming Lan is a 2018 Chinese television series set in the Northern Song dynasty. The drama follows Sheng Minglan, the sixth daughter of the Sheng family, who is born to a concubine and overlooked within her household. Though intelligent, she conceals her abilities in order to survive a difficult childhood and later seeks to avenge her mother’s death. As Minglan navigates internal family struggles and broader political intrigue, she encounters Gu Tingye, with whom she develops a complex bond. Their relationship
Should you watch it?
“A clever young woman hides her talents while seeking justice in a complex family saga.”
- complex female protagonist navigating power dynamics
- rich historical setting with political intrigue
- slow-burn romance amid family conflicts
- requires patience for gradual character development
- some may find court politics dense
you enjoy character-driven historical dramas with strong female leads.
Suitable for teens and adults who appreciate period settings and family sagas.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 78 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Dec 23, 2018
- E2 Episode 2 Core Dec 25, 2018
- E3 Episode 3 Core Dec 26, 2018
- E4 Episode 4 Core Dec 26, 2018
- E5 Episode 5 Core Dec 27, 2018
- E6 Episode 6 Core Dec 27, 2018
- E7 Episode 7 Core Dec 28, 2018
- E8 Episode 8 Core Dec 28, 2018
- E9 Episode 9 Core Dec 29, 2018
- E10 Episode 10 Core Dec 30, 2018
- E11 Episode 11 Core Jan 1, 2019
- E12 Episode 12 Core Jan 1, 2019
- E13 Episode 13 Core Jan 2, 2019
- E14 Episode 14 Core Jan 2, 2019
- E15 Episode 15 Core Jan 3, 2019
- E16 Episode 16 Core Jan 3, 2019
- E17 Episode 17 Core Jan 4, 2019
- E18 Episode 18 Core Jan 5, 2019
- E19 Episode 19 Core Jan 6, 2019
- E20 Episode 20 Core Jan 6, 2019
- E21 Episode 21 Core Jan 7, 2019
- E22 Episode 22 Core Jan 7, 2019
- E23 Episode 23 Core Jan 8, 2019
- E24 Episode 24 Core Jan 8, 2019
- E25 Episode 25 Core Jan 9, 2019
- E26 Episode 26 Core Jan 9, 2019
- E27 Episode 27 Core Jan 10, 2019
- E28 Episode 28 Core Jan 10, 2019
- E29 Episode 29 Core Jan 11, 2019
- E30 Episode 30 Core Jan 12, 2019
- E31 Episode 31 Core Jan 13, 2019
- E32 Episode 32 Core Jan 13, 2019
- E33 Episode 33 Core Jan 14, 2019
- E34 Episode 34 Core Jan 14, 2019
- E35 Episode 35 Core Jan 15, 2019
- E36 Episode 36 Core Jan 15, 2019
- E37 Episode 37 Core Jan 16, 2019
- E38 Episode 38 Core Jan 16, 2019
- E39 Episode 39 Core Jan 17, 2019
- E40 Episode 40 Core Jan 17, 2019
- E41 Episode 41 Core Jan 18, 2019
- E42 Episode 42 Core Jan 19, 2019
- E43 Episode 43 Core Jan 20, 2019
- E44 Episode 44 Core Jan 20, 2019
- E45 Episode 45 Core Jan 21, 2019
- E46 Episode 46 Core Jan 21, 2019
- E47 Episode 47 Core Jan 22, 2019
- E48 Episode 48 Core Jan 22, 2019
- E49 Episode 49 Core Jan 23, 2019
- E50 Episode 50 Core Jan 23, 2019
- E51 Episode 51 Core Jan 24, 2019
- E52 Episode 52 Core Jan 24, 2019
- E53 Episode 53 Core Jan 25, 2019
- E54 Episode 54 Core Jan 26, 2019
- E55 Episode 55 Core Jan 27, 2019
- E56 Episode 56 Core Jan 27, 2019
- E57 Episode 57 Core Jan 28, 2019
- E58 Episode 58 Core Jan 28, 2019
- E59 Episode 59 Core Jan 30, 2019
- E60 Episode 60 Core Jan 30, 2019
- E61 Episode 61 Core Jan 31, 2019
- E62 Episode 62 Core Jan 31, 2019
- E63 Episode 63 Core Feb 1, 2019
- E64 Episode 64 Core Feb 2, 2019
- E65 Episode 65 Core Feb 3, 2019
- E66 Episode 66 Core Feb 3, 2019
- E67 Episode 67 Core Feb 4, 2019
- E68 Episode 68 Core Feb 6, 2019
- E69 Episode 69 Core Feb 6, 2019
- E70 Episode 70 Core Feb 7, 2019
- E71 Episode 71 Core Feb 7, 2019
- E72 Episode 72 Core Feb 8, 2019
- E73 Episode 73 Core Feb 9, 2019
- E74 Episode 74 Core Feb 10, 2019
- E75 Episode 75 Core Feb 11, 2019
- E76 Episode 76 Core Feb 12, 2019
- E77 Episode 77 Mytharc Feb 13, 2019
- E78 Episode 78 Mytharc Feb 14, 2019
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a novel?
Yes, it's adapted from a Chinese web novel.
How many episodes are there?
The series consists of multiple episodes spanning several seasons.
Is it subtitled or dubbed?
Availability varies by streaming platform and region.
What language is it in?
The series is in Mandarin Chinese.
Is it finished or ongoing?
The adaptation has concluded its main storyline.
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