From Wuxia To Modern Romance: 5 2026 C-Dramas We’re Already Planning To Binge-Watch!
Your guide to anticipated 2026 C-dramas, from historical wuxia to modern love stories!
If you find your obsession with C-dramas growing in 2026, don’t worry, we’ve got you. We’re in a very Chinese time of our lives. The First Frost, The Prisoner Of Beauty, and more, 2025 gave us some real gems in Mandarin-language content. This year too, we’re excited to binge-watch new series. From historical wuxia to modern coming-of-age stories, check out our list of 2026 C-dramas you ought to add to your watchlist.
1. When I Meet The Moon
Fu Shi Ze, a researcher, runs into his former paramour, Yun Li, back in China after spending time overseas. They drifted apart earlier due to various issues, but Fu is determined to win her over again. Will their love find a way? Watch this one on iQIYI.
2. Love Between Lines
Xiao Zhi Yu and Hu Xiu meet during an online murder mystery role-playing game. Real life meets fiction when the two interact in real life, too. With the game and the real world happening in parallel, will they figure out whether their chemistry is authentic? Starring Chen Xing Xu and Lu Yu Xiao in lead roles, this 2026 C-drama is available on Viki.
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3. Zhan Zhao Adventures
After gathering evidence, Zhan Zhao, imperial guard of the fourth rank, journeys to seek justice. Along the way, he encounters Huo Ling Long, who is running away from a forced marriage. The two, along with Bai Yu Tang, work together to dismantle Prince Xiang Yang’s influence in their world. This wuxia Mandarin drama will leave you enthralled with its beautiful costumes.
4. Glory
Another historical 2026 C-drama, Glory, features the memory loss trope, a favourite in Asian series. However, mixed with murder, an annoyed former rival, and a brand new life, it still seems fresh. With Hou Ming Hao as Lu Jiang Lai and Gulnazer Bextiyar as Rong Shan Bao, you can watch this series on IQIYI and Viki.
5. How Dare You!?
Historical series are clearly having a bit of a moment this year as we wrap up this list with yet another. Wang Cui Hua ends up in a novel, time-travelling and transmigrating. When she encounters yet another traveller, Zhang San, they must get together to survive. With a terrifying prophecy looming, will the two be able to cheat fate to live out in the world they’ve built together? Wang Chu Ran and Ryan Cheng headline this drama.
iQIYI’s Costume Drama “How Dare You” confirms to broadcast on February 6th
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While not exhaustive, our list covers the 2026 C-dramas that enticed us the most. Which one was your favourite?
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First Published: February 23, 2026 3:28 PM
