6 Recommendations for the Best Yang Xuwen Chinese Dramas, from Romance - Crime Thriller

Kapanlagi.com - The name Yang Xuwen is known through a series of dramas with strong stories and diverse genres. This Chinese actor often chooses projects with unique plots, ranging from mystery stories set in ancient dynasties to modern dramas filled with puzzles that keep the audience intrigued in every episode.

Interestingly, the dramas he stars in often present a combination of action, investigation, and fresh fantasy elements. For those who enjoy shows with complex plots, mysterious atmospheres, and well-developed characters, the following list of Chinese dramas featuring Yang Xuwen could be your next exciting watchlist.

1. Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty (2022)

The Mystery of Chang'an Filled with Strange Events (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty)

This drama tells the story of when evil immortal beings descend from the sky and an underground ghost palace is revealed. At the same time, a mysterious potion called Black Tea becomes a phenomenon in the city of Chang'an, although no one knows whether the potion brings benefits or dangers. A series of missing brides begins to occur, leading General Jin Wu Guards, Lu Ling Feng, to be assigned to investigate everything. During his journey, he meets Su Wu Ming, the apprentice of legendary detective Di Ren Jie. The two then work together to solve a series of increasingly dark and dangerous mysteries.

Rating: 8.4 (MyDramaList)
Cast: Yang Xuwen, Yang Zhi Gang, Gao Si Wen, Chen Chuang, Anson Shi, Sun Xue Ning
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Wuxia, Fantasy
Streaming Platform: iQIYI
Number of Episodes: 36

2. Love In Time (2022)

A Romantic Encounter That Transcends Time (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Love In Time)

This drama follows He Zhen Yu, a perfectionist lawyer who loses his career and reputation after getting involved in the divorce case of a famous actress. His life changes drastically when he moves into an old apartment filled with strange occurrences. Every night at 10:06 PM, he sees a mysterious woman whom he initially thinks is a ghost. It turns out that the woman is a young reporter, Chen Jia Lan, from four months earlier. The two can see each other through a strange time phenomenon, and their relationship develops into a sweet yet risky romantic story.

Rating: 8.2 (MyDramaList)
Cast: Yang Xuwen, Julia Xiang, Wang Meng Li, Xu Kai Xin, Yu Xin Tong, Dai Gao Zheng
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Streaming Platform: iQIYI
Number of Episodes: 24

3. The Legend of the Condor Heroes (2017)

A Classic Wuxia Tale of Revenge and Honor (Credit: Mydramalist.com/The Legend of the Condor Heroes)

This legendary wuxia drama tells the story of the journey of two sons of fallen comrades in a dynasty conflict. Guo Jing grows up among the Mongol people, while Yang Kang is raised by the Jin side, even though their father is a hero of the Song Dynasty. As adults, both learn martial arts and embark on a long journey to avenge their father's death while also cleansing the world of evil. This drama presents epic adventures, friendship, and moral conflicts typical of classic wuxia tales.

Rating: 8.1 (MyDramaList)
Cast: Yang Xuwen, Li Yi Tong, Chen Xingxu, Meng Ziyi
Genre: Romance, Wuxia, Drama
Streaming Platform: iQIYI
Number of Episodes: 52

4. Eternal Brotherhood (2024)

Brotherhood in the Midst of War and Political Intrigue (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Eternal Brotherhood)

Set against the backdrop of the conflict-ridden land of Zichuan, Zichuan Xiu returns to the capital after achieving a significant military victory that brings a temporary peace. However, the situation changes when palace official Yang Minghua launches a dangerous rebellion. Together with his adoptive siblings, Di Lin and Si Yi Lin, Zichuan Xiu strives to stop this threat and maintain the stability of the kingdom. Amidst political intrigue and an inevitable great war, their brotherhood becomes the main strength to face an uncertain future.

Rating: 8.0 (MyDramaList)
Cast: Yang Xuwen, Liu Yuning, Zhang Mingen, Li Mo Zhi
Genre: Action, Historical, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Streaming Platform: iQIYI
Number of Episodes: 24

5. Strange Chronicles of Tang (2025)

The Dark Side of the Golden Age of the Tang Dynasty (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Strange Chronicles of Tang)

Although known as a golden age, the nights in Chang'an city are filled with mysteries and hidden dangers. Behind the grandeur of this era, various strange and bloody events occur without much public knowledge. This drama presents a series of mysterious cases that gradually reveal the dark side of the Tang Dynasty's glory. Each investigation brings the characters closer to the great secrets hidden behind the kingdom's prosperity.

Rating: 7.8 (MyDramaList)
Cast: Yang Xuwen, Yang Zhi Gang, Gao Si Wen, Chen Chuang, Sun Xue Ning, Anson Shi
Genre: Thriller, Historical, Mystery
Streaming Platform: iQIYI
Number of Episodes: 21

6. Double Track Puzzle (2025)

Criminal Investigation with a Mysterious Past (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Double Track Puzzle)

This drama follows Zhan Peng, a young police officer inspired by his father, a railway police officer who fell as a martyr. He eventually serves at the same station where his father used to work. However, reality is far more complicated than he imagined. He initially suspects his senior colleague, Tu Hong Jiang, especially when dealing with a drug case. Over time, the truth begins to unfold, and the two collaborate to hunt down the mastermind behind a large criminal network.

Rating: 7.0 (MyDramaList)
Cast: Yang Xuwen, Wang Yanhui, Xu Shiyue, Xu Hong Hao, Zhao Xun, Dai Wen Bo
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Crime
Streaming Platform: YOUKU
Number of Episodes: 20

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