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
Where to watch
Stream
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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
Season 1 · 78 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Dec 23, 2018
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 25, 2018
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 26, 2018
- E4 Episode 4 Dec 26, 2018
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 27, 2018
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 27, 2018
- E7 Episode 7 Dec 28, 2018
- E8 Episode 8 Dec 28, 2018
- E9 Episode 9 Dec 29, 2018
- E10 Episode 10 Dec 30, 2018
- E11 Episode 11 Jan 1, 2019
- E12 Episode 12 Jan 1, 2019
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 2, 2019
- E14 Episode 14 Jan 2, 2019
- E15 Episode 15 Jan 3, 2019
- E16 Episode 16 Jan 3, 2019
- E17 Episode 17 Jan 4, 2019
- E18 Episode 18 Jan 5, 2019
- E19 Episode 19 Jan 6, 2019
- E20 Episode 20 Jan 6, 2019
- E21 Episode 21 Jan 7, 2019
- E22 Episode 22 Jan 7, 2019
- E23 Episode 23 Jan 8, 2019
- E24 Episode 24 Jan 8, 2019
- E25 Episode 25 Jan 9, 2019
- E26 Episode 26 Jan 9, 2019
- E27 Episode 27 Jan 10, 2019
- E28 Episode 28 Jan 10, 2019
- E29 Episode 29 Jan 11, 2019
- E30 Episode 30 Jan 12, 2019
- E31 Episode 31 Jan 13, 2019
- E32 Episode 32 Jan 13, 2019
- E33 Episode 33 Jan 14, 2019
- E34 Episode 34 Jan 14, 2019
- E35 Episode 35 Jan 15, 2019
- E36 Episode 36 Jan 15, 2019
- E37 Episode 37 Jan 16, 2019
- E38 Episode 38 Jan 16, 2019
- E39 Episode 39 Jan 17, 2019
- E40 Episode 40 Jan 17, 2019
- E41 Episode 41 Jan 18, 2019
- E42 Episode 42 Jan 19, 2019
- E43 Episode 43 Jan 20, 2019
- E44 Episode 44 Jan 20, 2019
- E45 Episode 45 Jan 21, 2019
- E46 Episode 46 Jan 21, 2019
- E47 Episode 47 Jan 22, 2019
- E48 Episode 48 Jan 22, 2019
- E49 Episode 49 Jan 23, 2019
- E50 Episode 50 Jan 23, 2019
- E51 Episode 51 Jan 24, 2019
- E52 Episode 52 Jan 24, 2019
- E53 Episode 53 Jan 25, 2019
- E54 Episode 54 Jan 26, 2019
- E55 Episode 55 Jan 27, 2019
- E56 Episode 56 Jan 27, 2019
- E57 Episode 57 Jan 28, 2019
- E58 Episode 58 Jan 28, 2019
- E59 Episode 59 Jan 30, 2019
- E60 Episode 60 Jan 30, 2019
- E61 Episode 61 Jan 31, 2019
- E62 Episode 62 Jan 31, 2019
- E63 Episode 63 Feb 1, 2019
- E64 Episode 64 Feb 2, 2019
- E65 Episode 65 Feb 3, 2019
- E66 Episode 66 Feb 3, 2019
- E67 Episode 67 Feb 4, 2019
- E68 Episode 68 Feb 6, 2019
- E69 Episode 69 Feb 6, 2019
- E70 Episode 70 Feb 7, 2019
- E71 Episode 71 Feb 7, 2019
- E72 Episode 72 Feb 8, 2019
- E73 Episode 73 Feb 9, 2019
- E74 Episode 74 Feb 10, 2019
- E75 Episode 75 Feb 11, 2019
- E76 Episode 76 Feb 12, 2019
- E77 Episode 77 Feb 13, 2019
- E78 Episode 78 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.