Top 10 Best Chinese Mythological Movies

The Seven Fairies, also known as Seven Fairies of Heaven, is a popular Chinese historical and mythological drama. The story is based on the ancient Chinese legend of the Seven Fairies and has won the hearts of many viewers, leaving a lasting impression. Set in ancient China during the Feudal Era, it tells the tale of seven princesses, daughters of the Jade Emperor and the Queen Mother of the West, who descend to the mortal realm. The seventh fairy falls in love with a mortal man named Dong Ying. For love, she sacrifices her immortality and is cast down to live as a mortal, only surviving for three years.

Moved by their sister's fate, the other fairies descend to Earth, only to become entangled in fateful romantic entanglements with other mortals. Meanwhile, the Celestial Court faces the threat of being overthrown by the rogue star, Comet, and the demon lord, King of Darkness. The fairies unite to defeat the King of Darkness, all while discovering their true loves. The Queen Mother of the West understands the situation and, in the end, the heavenly laws are rewritten to allow gods and mortals to unite in love.

Eternal Love: Three Lives, Three Worlds is a Chinese fantasy drama series based on the novel of the same name by author Tang Qi Gong Zi. The story follows the love saga of Bai Qian, the Empress of Qingqiu, and Ye Hua, the Crown Prince of the Heavenly Realm, spanning across three lifetimes and three worlds.

After meeting and falling in love, their relationship is tested through three different lifetimes, each filled with mythological twists and turns, making their love story one for the ages.

Ashes of Love is adapted from the novel by Dian Xian. The story follows the tragic fate of Jin Mi (played by Yang Zi), the daughter of the Flower God, who suffers a heartbreaking curse from birth. She spends 4000 years trapped in a state of longing, believing that she will never find her destined love.

After cultivating to become a fairy, Jin Mi remains innocent and pure, with a mysterious beauty that captivates both Xu Feng, the Night God, and Huo Feng, the Fire God (played by Deng Lun). However, it is Huo Feng who takes her on an emotional journey, leading her through the sweet and bitter moments of love. Their relationship faces immense trials and turmoil within the Flower Realm, and only when it is almost too late does Jin Mi realize the depth of her feelings.

The Untamed centers around the character Wei Wuxian. In his past life, Wei Wuxian was the leader of the demonic cultivation sect, feared and despised by all, ultimately betrayed by his closest friend and killed. Thirteen years later, he is reincarnated in the body of Mo Xuan Yu, a neglected young master of the Mo family.

In his new life, Wei Wuxian reunites with his old friend, Lan Wangji, and together they get entangled in a web of mystery and secrets. As they uncover the truth, Wei Wuxian realizes his deep feelings for Lan Wangji, who has quietly cared for him and waited for him all these years.

Love and Redemption follows the story of Chu Yuan Ci, a young woman born with a rare affliction that causes her to lack the ability to perceive six senses. Her love story with Wu Ti Feng, a disciple of Li Zhe Valley, is weighed down by the weight of a tragic past. Despite the obstacles, they remain determined to be together, facing countless trials from previous lifetimes. Chu Yuan Ci (played by Yuan Bing Yan) is the daughter of Chu Lei, the head of the Lesser Yang Sect, one of the five great immortal cultivation sects that dominate the martial world. Alongside her twin sister, Chu Ling Long, and elder disciple Zhong Min Yan, they meet Wu Ti Feng (played by Cheng Yi), a member of the Golden Winged Bird Tribe.

As their bond deepens, Ti Feng and Yuan Ci endure struggles and personal growth, leading Ti Feng to experience a love so strong it defies death itself. Together, they fight through countless hardships, and as Yuan Ci gradually uncovers her past life, she begins to unravel the mysteries surrounding her fate.

Swords of Legends 3 is the continuation of the popular Swords of Legends series. The story begins 50 years before the events of the first season, when Li San Si is born and the Sword Saint has not yet joined the Shu Mountain Sect. The Tower of Demon Suppression is destroyed, releasing numerous demons into the human realm. Two thousand years ago, the godly general Phi Bong was unmatched in the heavenly realm, causing him to grow bored with his power.

At the same time, the Demon Lord Zhong Lou emerges in the Demon Realm. The two powerful beings, Phi Bong and Zhong Lou, hold great respect for each other. To fulfill their long-standing wish, they leave the Heavenly Gate and engage in a battle. The Heavenly Realm sends soldiers to capture Phi Bong, who falls into the mortal world and becomes the Demon Suppressing Sword of Shu Mountain. Phi Bong experiences multiple cycles of reincarnation, while the guardian of the Sacred Tree, Si Dao, who secretly loved him, uses the fruit of the Sacred Tree to create a woman named Xue Jian to enter the mortal realm.

The Story of the Sea King revolves around the fateful bond between the skilled beast tamer, Ji Yunhua, played by the talented actress Dilraba Dilmurat, and the merman, Chang Yi, portrayed by actor Ren Jia Lun.

The story begins six years ago when Princess Shun De, with the help of a Heavenly Master, captures a powerful merman and brings him to the Beast Taming Valley, a place where magical creatures are subdued. She sets three conditions: first, the merman must learn to speak human language; second, his fish tail must turn into legs; and third, he must remain loyal and never rebel. All these must be achieved within three months. Ji Yunhua, alongside the Valley’s young master, Lam Haoqing, is assigned to this difficult task. However, as the story progresses, Yunhua finds herself falling for the merman during their journey to tame him. Six years later, the once imprisoned and tortured merman has risen to become a powerful demon, now opposing the royal court. Meanwhile, Ji Yunhua is left broken, on the brink of losing her soul. With its heart-wrenching narrative, The Story of the Sea King tells a tragic, deeply emotional tale of love that endures despite the odds.

Journey to the West is a television adaptation based on the classic novel of the same name by the renowned author Wu Cheng'en from China. The story is inspired by the real-life journey of the Buddhist monk Xuanzang during the Tang dynasty, who traveled to India in 629 AD at the age of 21 to obtain sacred texts. His journey lasted 17 years, spanning from 629 to 645, including a 6-year stay at the Nalanda Monastery, the center of Buddhist learning at the time. Xuanzang returned with 657 Buddhist scriptures, transported by 24 horses.

The legendary nature of his journey, highlighting human potential and supernatural feats, was creatively brought to life by Wu Cheng'en, who crafted this epic masterpiece. The tale is filled with rich, vivid characters that represent different societal types, making it both unique and captivating with a literary style that blends storytelling and imagination.

The 1986 television series of Journey to the West tells the story of the three disciples who accompany the monk Tang Seng on his journey to the West to retrieve sacred Buddhist scriptures: Sun Wukong (The Monkey King), Zhu Bajie (Pigsy), and Sha Wujing (Sandy). Their perilous journey is filled with 81 tribulations before they finally reach the land of Buddha.

The Journey of Flower is a Chinese television series adapted from the novel of the same name by the author Fresh Guoguo. The series consists of 58 episodes, broadcast on Hunan TV, starring popular actors such as Zhao Liying and Wallace Huo.

The story follows the female protagonist, Hua Qian Gu, who possesses blood that can attract all kinds of demons. Hua Qian Gu grows up in isolation and is mistreated by the villagers, and when her father falls seriously ill, the villagers demand that both of them be burned alive. During this time, Bai Zi Hua, the celestial being and future leader of the Sect of Tranquil Forest, appears before her in the guise of Mo Bing. He helps her overcome the pain of losing her father and then disappears without a word. Following her father’s last wish and hoping to meet her mysterious savior again, Hua Qian Gu travels to the Shushan Sect to learn the art of cultivation. There, she begins her bond with her master, Bai Zi Hua. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Bai Zi Hua is the head of the sect, responsible for safeguarding the peace of the three realms, while Hua Qian Gu carries the blood of demons. Will their love survive the challenges? Tune in to find out!

Painted Skin is a 2008 Chinese film directed by Gordon Chan, starring Donnie Yen, Zhou Xun, and Zhao Wei, among others. The film is based on a story from the classic Chinese literary work, *Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio* by Pu Songling.

The story takes place during the Han Dynasty. A general named Wang Sheng saves a beautiful woman named Xiao Dui during a chaotic battle in the desert. Moved by her delicate and pure appearance, he brings her back to his manor. However, Xiao Dui is actually a fox spirit who needs to consume human hearts to maintain her human form. The one who helps her collect these hearts is Xiao Di, a shape-shifting chameleon who can blend into his surroundings. To prove his love for Xiao Dui, Xiao Di goes on a killing spree to bring back human hearts for her. But over time, Xiao Dui genuinely falls in love with Wang Sheng. She uses every trick to seduce him away from his wife, Boi Rong. The battle between humans and demons reaches its peak. Who will emerge victorious? Watch Painted Skin to find out!