The Legends (TV series) explained

Alt Name:Zhaoyao
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C:招摇
Genre:Xianxia
Romance
Based On:Zhaoyao by Jiuliu Feixiang
Director:Zheng Weiwen
Starring:Bai Lu
Xu Kai
Dai Xu
Xiao Yan
Country:China
Language:Mandarin
Num Episodes:56
Executive Producer:Yuan Jie
Liu Lu
Huang Yanhong
Company:Yu Heng Film Group
Channel:Hunan TV

Zhaoyao, also known as The Legends, is a 2019 Chinese television series starring Bai Lu, Xu Kai, Dai Xu and Xiao Yan. It is based on the novel of the same name by Jiuliu Feixiang. It aired on Hunan TV from January 28 to April 3, 2019.[1]

Synopsis

Lu Zhaoyao (Bai Lu) and her grandfather are bound by duty to guard the seal that has kept the Demon King's son in chains. When an intruder barges in, the Demon King's son escapes and falls into the hands of the righteous sect. Zhao Yao saves him (Xu Kai) and gives him the name Mo Qing. In trying to obtain the Wan Jun Sword, Zhao Yao mistakenly thinks that Mo Qing has betrayed her.

Five years later, Lu Zhaoyao manages to establish a connection with Qin Zhiyan (Xiao Yan) of the Immortal Sect. She returns to Wan Lu Sect, hoping to reclaim her position. She discovers that Mo Qing, the Demon King's son, has reclaimed his name as Li Chenlan and currently sits in the center of power. Lu Zhaoyao uses her attraction towards him and colludes with Jiang Wu (Dai Xu) with a scheme of her own. Secrets from the past are revealed. Lu Zhaoyao realizes who her friends and enemies are all along.[2]

Cast

Production

Filming

Shooting began on October 27, 2017 at Hongshilinzhen in Hunan and wrapped up on February 12, 2018. Filming also took place in Hengdian World Studios.[3] [4]

Crew

Zheng Wei, the main director of the drama, previously directed The Imperial Doctress and Secret of the Three Kingdoms.The production team also hired screenwriter Shunjian Qingcheng (The Rise of Phoenixes) as the literary consult of the drama; and Yuan Jie as the main executive producer.Jiuliu Feixiang, the author of the original novel, co-wrote the script with Yang Ziqian (Prince of Lan Ling).[5] [6]

Soundtrack

Reception

The drama received positive reviews from the audience for its unique characters and comedic elements, as well as its interesting romance storyline.[7] It was also praised for its showcase and emphasis on strong female characters, as well as its positive and inspirational storyline.[8] It topped television ratings in its time slot during its entire run.[9]

Awards and nominations

Award Category Nominee Results Ref.
Golden Bud - The Fourth Network Film And Television Festival Best Actor[10]
Best Actress
Best NewcomerXiao Yan
Baidu Fudian AwardsTop Ten Television Series[11]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 《招摇》定档 白鹿许凯讲述侠义精神. https://web.archive.org/web/20190128191742/http://www.xinhuanet.com/ent/2019-01/25/c_1124041046.htm. dead. January 28, 2019. January 25, 2019. Xinhua News Agency. zh.
  2. Web site: ChineseDrama.info: Drama: The Legends. en. 2019-07-30. 2019-08-12. https://web.archive.org/web/20190812023653/http://www.chinesedrama.info/2017/12/drama-legends.html. live.
  3. Web site: 《招摇》开机 白鹿许凯加盟打造热血江湖世界. October 27, 2017. Sina. zh. 2019-04-20. 2021-09-08. https://web.archive.org/web/20210908111701/http://ent.sina.com.cn/v/m/2017-10-27/doc-ifynfvar4499171.shtml. live.
  4. Web site: 《招摇》花式杀青 反玛丽苏的新派仙侠引期待. February 13, 2018. Netease. zh. April 20, 2019. April 20, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190420194108/http://ent.163.com/18/0213/13/DAHEVNJT000333J5.html. live.
  5. Web site: 《招摇》首曝概念海报 女性扛鼎最燃仙侠. June 12, 2017. Tencent. zh. April 20, 2019. April 21, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190421143220/https://ent.qq.com/a/20170612/029988.htm. live.
  6. Web site: 《招摇》白鹿入戏太深 洪剑涛大赞小鲜肉努力敬业. January 17, 2018. 1905.com. zh. April 20, 2019. April 20, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190420192608/http://www.1905.com/news/20180117/1248576.shtml. live.
  7. Web site: Xu Kai's New Drama "The Legends" is a Pleasant Surprise. February 22, 2019. JayneStars. April 20, 2019. April 20, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190420192610/https://www.jaynestars.com/news/xu-kais-new-drama-the-legends-is-a-pleasant-surprise/. live.
  8. Web site: "招摇精神"激励青年人不懈追梦. March 27, 2019. Guangming Web. zh. April 20, 2019. April 20, 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190420192609/http://culture.gmw.cn/xinxi/2019-03/27/content_32686152.htm. dead.
  9. Web site: 湖南卫视《招摇》双网第一收视喜人 走心剧情获网友好评. February 19, 2019. Yule.com. zh. April 20, 2019. September 27, 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200927202236/http://www.yule.com.cn/html/201902/42617.html. live.
  10. Web site: 金骨朵网络影视盛典提名揭晓 王一博肖战杨紫等入围. November 25, 2019. Ynet. zh. November 25, 2019. May 24, 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210524071515/https://pos.baidu.com/fcem?conwid=300&conhei=80&rdid=3083583&dc=3&exps=110261,110254,110011&psi=23a16339ab169f1a5ac86156ae1948be&di=u3083583&dri=0&dis=0&dai=41&ps=0x0&enu=encoding&ant=0&aa=1&dcb=___adblockplus_&dtm=HTML_POST&dvi=0.0&dci=-1&dpt=none&tsr=0&tpr=1621840471300&ti=%E9%87%91%E9%AA%A8%E6%9C%B5%E7%BD%91%E7%BB%9C%E5%BD%B1%E8%A7%86%E7%9B%9B%E5%85%B8%E6%8F%90%E5%90%8D%E6%8F%AD%E6%99%93%20%E7%8E%8B%E4%B8%80%E5%8D%9A%E8%82%96%E6%88%98%E6%9D%A8%E7%B4%AB%E7%AD%89%E5%85%A5%E5%9B%B4_YNET.com%E5%8C%97%E9%9D%92%E7%BD%91&ari=2&ver=0517&dbv=2&drs=3&pcs=1185x27606&pss=1201x27606&cfv=0&cpl=3&chi=50&cce=true&cec=UTF-8&tlm=1574662292&prot=2&rw=1185&ltu=http%3A%2F%2Fent.ynet.com%2F2019%2F11%2F25%2F2225215t1254.html&ecd=1&uc=1600x1000&pis=-1x-1&sr=1600x1000&tcn=1621840512&qn=1771fb2043dfb693&tt=1621840512250.3.2234.2234. dead.
  11. Web site: 百度沸点2019年度十大电视剧发布. December 12, 2019. Sina. zh. December 23, 2019. April 18, 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230418171206/https://k.sina.com.cn/article_5573432169_14c33d36900100num8.html. live.