C-Dramas Like Joy of Life
Loved Joy of Life (2019), CCTV-8, and want more with the same feel? It is known for reincarnation, court intrigue and martial arts. Here are 10 Chinese dramas that come closest, ranked from the best match down.
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Nirvana in Fire
琅琊榜
When General Lin Xie was framed for treason, his army was wiped out and only his young son Lin Shu survived.
Same feel: Court Intrigue, Ancient China, Political, Historical
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Story of Kunning Palace
宁安如梦
Jiang Xuening once schemed her way to the top of the palace, only to meet a tragic end.
Same feel: Ancient China, Adapted From A Web Novel, Political, Historical
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Word of Honor
山河令
Zhou Zishu, a weary former leader of an elite organization that protected the throne, walks away from his old life and drifts into the martial world, only to be pulled into a…
Same feel: Conspiracy, Adapted From A Web Novel
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As Promised
如期
Palace maid He Xiao Yuan has lived the same story thirty-three times over: fall for Crown Prince Zhao Jun Yao, lose him to another woman, die in a palace coup, repeat.
Same feel: Reincarnation, Adapted From A Web Novel
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Who Rules the World
且试天下
Two extraordinary people, the elegant Hei Feng-xi and the bold and free-spirited Bai Feng-xi, meet in a world torn by martial arts feuds and political strife.
Same feel: Martial Arts, Fantasy
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Eternal Love
三生三世十里桃花
Bai Qian, a fox goddess of the Qingqiu clan, and Ye Hua, the crown prince of Heaven, are bound by a love that stretches across three lifetimes.
Same feel: Reincarnation, Adapted From A Web Novel, Fantasy
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I Am Nobody
异人之下
Zhang Chu-lan lives an ordinary life until his grandfather's body disappears and he is dragged into the hidden world of the Outsiders, people with supernatural powers.
Same feel: Martial Arts, Fantasy, Comedy
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The Blood of Youth
少年歌行
Lei Wu-jie is an eager young martial artist who travels to the world of the jianghu hoping to become a true hero.
Same feel: Martial Arts, Fantasy
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Love Like the Galaxy
星汉灿烂
Cheng Shaoshang was left behind as a child while her parents were away at war, and she learned to protect herself by hiding how clever she really is.
Same feel: Ancient China, Historical
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Love and Redemption
琉璃
A thousand years after the great war between demons and heavens, the souls of the Star of Mosha and the God of War are sent to the mortal world to serve penance.
Same feel: Reincarnation, Fantasy
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About Joy of Life
Fan Xian carries memories of another life and grows up in a remote seaside town, trained in poison and martial arts by teachers his father chose for him. See the full page, cast and where to watch →
Questions about dramas like Joy of Life
What are the best dramas like Joy of Life?
Our top picks are Nirvana in Fire, Story of Kunning Palace, Word of Honor, followed by As Promised. Each one shares parts of its feel, such as reincarnation, court intrigue and martial arts, and links to a page with the story, cast and where to watch.
Where can I watch Joy of Life?
Joy of Life is listed on Tencent Video. Availability can differ by country, so check the service in your region.
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