A Writer's Odyssey
2021, Chinese. Directed by Lu Yang.
Rewrite the reality.
Lu Kongwen is the author of a fantasy novel series following a heroic teenager, also named Kongwen, on a quest to end the tyrannical rule of Lord Redmane, under the guidance of a Black Armor. But through a strange twist of fate, the fantasy world of the novel begins to impact life in the real world, leading Guan Ning to accept a mission from Tu Ling to kill the author.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- R
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A Writer's Odyssey is streaming on iQIYI and Shout! Factory in India.
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Details
- Released
- 12 February 2021
- Original title
- 刺杀小说家
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Yu Yang, Chen Shu, Qin Haiyan
- Box office
- $150M
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What A Writer's Odyssey is based on
A Writer's Odyssey is adapted from a novel.
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A Writer's Odyssey: quick answers
What comes after A Writer's Odyssey?
Next in the series: A Writer's Odyssey 2 (2025).
Is A Writer's Odyssey worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 393 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Writer's Odyssey?
A Writer's Odyssey runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does A Writer's Odyssey have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Writer's Odyssey. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Writer's Odyssey parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Writer's Odyssey is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Writer's Odyssey on?
A Writer's Odyssey is streaming on iQIYI and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Writer's Odyssey?
If you liked A Writer's Odyssey, try Mythica: A Quest for Heroes, Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back, Double World.
Who directed A Writer's Odyssey?
A Writer's Odyssey (2021) was directed by Lu Yang and stars Lei Jiayin, Yang Mi, Dong Zijian.
What is A Writer's Odyssey based on?
A Writer's Odyssey is adapted from a novel.