List of 10 Enthralling Chinese Fantasy Films

Flower of Heaven's Essence, featuring the queen of ratings Zhao Liying, is also a legendary fantasy work. Thanks to the success of Flower of Heaven's Essence, both acting and fame of Zhao Liying have been increasingly affirmed. Adapted from the novel of the same name by writer Fresh Quả Quả, which once caused a stir on online literary forums in China, Flower of Heaven's Essence revolves around the love story between two master-disciple pairs, Bai Zihua (Wallace Huo) and Hua Qian Gu (Zhao Liying). With an intriguing plot, thrilling twists, and invested special effects, Flower of Heaven's Essence became a television phenomenon in 2015.

The film's plot revolves around Hua Qian Gu, who was shunned and ostracized by the villagers where she was born as soon as she was born, her mother died shortly after giving birth to her. At the age of 16, the only relative, her father, also passed away. Hua Qian Gu decided to go to Mount Shu to worship a master and learn martial arts. However, at Mount Shu, she witnessed the massacre of the sect. Then, entrusted by someone, Hua Qian Gu went to Falling Star Cliff and passed the exam, becoming a disciple of Bai Zihua.

Hua Qian Gu became the top disciple of Falling Star Cliff, living and practicing with her master at the Pavilion of Solitude. Hua Qian Gu gradually developed romantic feelings for her master and discovered that Bai Zihua was actually Mo Bing - the person she had been searching for years ago, while she herself was the reincarnation of his mortal enemy.

However, the star-crossed love between Hua Qian Gu and Bai Zihua has never been easy. They were separated and misunderstood several times by the machinations of various forces. After all, Hua Qian Gu was able to live with the person she loved most, but she lost all her previous memories.

Heavenly Tricks is based on the novel of the same name by Nine-Nine Peach Blossom, set in a mystical, fantasy world of cultivation. It tells the heartwarming and adorable story of mutual love and hate, with countless difficulties and obstacles, between the female demon leader Luo Chi Dieu and the son of the old demon king Lei Tran Lan.

The female demon leader Luo Chi Dieu (Bach Loc) is the sect master of Ten Thousand Lu Monastery, reigning over the realms of immortals and demons, instilling fear at the mere mention of her name. When she saves the young boy Mac Thanh (Hua Khai) from danger, little did she expect that he would snatch away her sword, and she herself would be severely wounded by the sword technique.

Five years later, Luo Chi Dieu returns and discovers that Mac Thanh has made Ten Thousand Lu Monastery even more powerful. Concealing her identity, Luo Chi Dieu takes advantage of Mac Thanh's affection for her, manipulating him into undertaking dangerous tasks on her behalf. However, faced with his affection, she gradually wavers from her original purpose. In the end, Luo Chi Dieu and Mac Thanh join forces to defeat the deceitful Lac Minh Hien, exposing his true face to the world. After the great battle, the two finally come together.

Adapted from the novel of the same name by Tang Qi Gong Zi, the film Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms began filming in late November 2015 and premiered in January 2017 on the Triet Giang and Dong Phuong channels. The two main actors in the film are Dương Dương as Dạ Hoa and 'fairy sister' Lưu Diệc Phi as Bạch Thiển. The film consists of 50 episodes, telling the love story of the two main characters going through three reincarnations, facing many difficulties, misunderstandings, love, and hatred. With love shifting three times, will they finally be together?

The influence of the original novel cannot be denied, contributing to the success of Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms. With a large fan base for the original novel, anticipation was high for the adaptation, and upon its release, it became a must-watch for fans of the book. Even after two years since its premiere, amidst numerous new television and film productions, Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms remains on the must-watch list for enthusiasts, especially for fans of the novel.

Love Like Misty Fog (2018) is set in the mystical realm of gods and demons, starring Dương Tử as Cẩm Mịch, the daughter of the Flower God Tử Phân. Since birth, she has been fed the Elixir of Forgetfulness, a potion that eliminates feelings of love, as the Flower God believes that 'strength comes from not loving.'

After enduring 4000 years of cultivation, Cẩm Mịch strives relentlessly, always desiring spiritual enlightenment and profound magic. She is gentle, pure, and incredibly endearing, but also naive and oblivious, often causing worry for the Chief of the Phoenix Clan. Fire God Húc Phượng Đặng Luân falls into the machinations of those seeking to overthrow the Heavenly Empress and is banished to the Flower Realm, where their relationship begins.

Upon regaining her biological father, the Water God Lạc Lâm, she anticipates a better life but instead faces perilous reincarnations and hardships in the mortal realm. Here, she is the Holy Maiden, while Húc Phượng becomes the Crown Prince, Tuệ Hòa becomes the Princess,... Cẩm Mịch reunites with Nhục Nhục, and they share a tragic love story. By this time, the Moon God Nhuận Ngọc La Vân Hi has also fallen for her. Through all the ups and downs across the Flower Realm, Heavenly Realm, Mortal Realm, and Demon Realm, Cẩm Mịch and Húc Phượng find their way back to each other, despite past misunderstandings and grievances.

The drama Transcendental Order is adapted from the novel 'Founder of Diabolism' by Mặc Hương Đồng Xú, directed by Trịnh Vĩ Văn and Trình Gia Lâm. It is set in the era of five major immortal clans, with Ngụy Vô Tiện of Vân Mộng Giang Clan and Lam Vong Cơ of Cô Tô Lam Clan on a quest to uncover the truth behind past events.

Sixteen years ago, the world was divided into five, with Cô Tô Lam Clan, Vân Mộng Giang Clan, Thanh Hà Nhiếp Clan, Kỳ Sơn Ôn Clan, and Lan Lăng Kim Clan each governing a domain. Among the descendants of these noble families was Vân Mộng Ngụy Vô Tiện, known for his carefree nature, and Cô Tô Lam Vong Cơ, both exemplifying virtue and integrity as disciples of the immortal sect. At that time, Kỳ Sơn Ôn Clan rose to power, oppressing other clans. Unable to tolerate this humiliation, the hundred clans allied to attack Ôn Clan. After the annihilation of Ôn Clan, Ngụy Vô Tiện defended the innocent members of the clan and became enemies with other clans. Eventually, he was framed and implicated in the disappearance of his martial sister Giang Yếm Ly, and went missing himself.

Sixteen years later, Ngụy Vô Tiện reappeared at the Mạc Family's residence, where he coincidentally encountered old acquaintances. The heinous crime at the Mạc Family's residence proved to be difficult to solve. Following the clues, the mastermind behind the scenes, Kim Quang Dao, was gradually revealed. In the end, with Kim Quang Dao's demise, Lam Vong Cơ shouldered the responsibility of leading the world, while Ngụy Vô Tiện remained unchanged, wandering the world carefree.

Azure Clouds Chronicles is a television series adapted from the famous fantasy novel 'True Immortal' by the author Tiêu Đỉnh. The work was considered one of the Three Great Books on the Chinese Internet shortly after its release, and received widespread acclaim from both Chinese and Vietnamese youth.

The series revolves around the coming-of-age journey of Trương Tiểu Phàm - a handsome and intelligent individual with a keen sense of empathy and understanding. After saving a member of the Celestial Melody sect, the entire village suffers a catastrophic disaster, resulting in the loss of his parents.

Trương Tiểu Phàm and his childhood friend, Lâm Kinh Vũ, are the only survivors of the massacre. Left orphaned by the tragedy, Tiểu Phàm must navigate through the trials and tribulations of life. Later on, he witnesses the death of his loved one due to his actions. Through numerous challenges, Tiểu Phàm eventually discovers the true meaning of his existence.

Divine Fate tells the story of ancient times, where the God of Nine Realms (portrayed by Trương Chấn) fell into a deep slumber due to sealing the Devil God. Suddenly, he was awakened by the lost girl Linh Tịch (portrayed by Nghê Ni). During their coexistence, they gradually developed feelings for each other. Linh Tịch was discovered to possess innate killing energy, which happened to be the demon medicine of the Demon Tribe, capable of unsealing the Devil God, bringing calamity to all beings. This is a dark twist of fate, leading to many obstacles for the two.

The God of Nine Realms, unwilling to unjustly kill innocents, struggled against the pressure to help Linh Tịch dispel the demonic energy. With the assistance of the God of Nine Realms, Linh Tịch transformed from an innocent girl into a leader of her tribe, fighting against the Devil God. The two endured hardships and reaped love. However, just as they were about to embrace each other and enjoy a sweet moment, the Devil God broke free from the seal, plunging all beings into misery. Facing the imminent danger, the God of Nine Realms, without hesitation, took on the responsibility of a war god, engaging in a fierce battle with the Devil God for many days. In the second decisive battle to protect the world, although the God of Nine Realms depleted all his cultivation, he returned to the embrace of his beloved, Linh Tịch.

Martial Universe is adapted from the famous novel of the same name by author Tian Can Tu Dou. Martial Universe (2018) tells the story of a young man named Lin Dong (Deng Lun), who was just an ordinary teenager. His father was a master but was seriously injured by others, making it difficult to recover.

As a result, his position in the family continued to decline. Despite being looked down upon and mocked, Lin Dong remained determined, never ceasing to strive and train, waiting for the day of revenge. One day, Lin Dong accidentally discovers a magical stone that can help him become a martial arts genius. With the help of his friends, Lin Dong overcomes numerous dangers, fights against evil forces, and becomes a famous hero in the world.

Flames of Love: Liệt Hỏa Như Ca revolves around the love full of grievances between Liệt Như Ca and Chiến Phong due to the conflicts of their past lives. At that time, the Dark Abyss Palace was the terror of the people, causing harm to countless families.

The mistress of the Dark Abyss, Am Dạ La, deeply loved her sister, Am Dạ Minh, but Am Dạ Minh was married to Chiến Phi Thiên. In order to seek revenge on Chiến Phi Thiên, she swapped the newborn daughter of Chiến Thi Thiên with the son of Liệt Minh Kính.

The girl was named Liệt Như Ca, and the boy was named Chiến Phong. Growing up together, Liệt Như Ca and Chiến Phong fell deeply in love. However, due to jealousy and envy, the Dark Abyss Palace once again deceived Chiến Phong, making him believe that Liệt Minh Kính was the one who killed his father, leading to his separation from Liệt Như Ca. Will Chiến Phong uncover the truth, protect the girl he loves, and what price will Am Dạ La have to pay?

“Queen of the Magical Blades” is adapted from the novel of the same name by author Heaven and Earth Quy Nguyên. The story revolves around Manh Phù Dao (Michelle Duong), originally the Princess of Toàn Cơ, but due to being framed, she exchanges identities to become a slave of the Mysterious Sect. Phù Dao is the Maiden of the Five-Colored Stone, on a journey to find and collect the secret commands of the Five Provinces, to unlock the seals of the Five Elements.

Phù Dao receives the wholehearted help and love of the Crown Prince Trường Tôn Vô Cực. Trường Tôn Vô Cực (Nguyễn Kinh Thiên) and Phù Giao have a predestined relationship from childhood, but because Phù Dao's identity was stolen, they only meet and reintroduce themselves later on. Phù Dao is the maiden of the Five-Colored Stone that Vô Cực has been searching day and night, but instead of eliminating her to prevent future disasters, Vô Cực is captivated by Phù Dao's strong personality, falls in love with her, and spares no effort to protect her.