TV series
The Story of Ming Lan
2018–2019, Chinese, on Hunan Television. Created by Zheng Yi.
Sheng Minglan, the intelligent but overlooked sixth daughter of the Sheng family, hides her talents to survive a difficult childhood and avenge her mother’s death. As she navigates family struggles and political intrigue, she forms a complex bond with Gu Tingye. Together, they rise as a powerful couple, balancing love, loyalty, and duty in a changing empire.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 78
- Episode length
- 45 min
- Status
- Ended in 2019
Worth the Hype
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7.7/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Story of Ming Lan
The Story of Ming Lan is streaming on Tencent Video in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E78: Episode 78
Aired 14 February 2019
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Zheng YiCreator
- Zhao LiyingSheng Minglan · 78 ep
- William FengGu Tingye · 78 ep
- Zhu YilongQi Heng · 78 ep
- Karlina ZhangSheng Rulan · 78 ep
- Shi ShiSheng Molan · 78 ep
- Liu JunSheng Hong · 78 ep
- Liu LinWang Ruofu · 78 ep
- Gao LuLin Qinshuang · 78 ep
- Cao CuifenOld Madame Sheng · 78 ep
- Wang HerunSheng Hualan · 78 ep
- Wang RenjunSheng Changbai · 78 ep
- Zhang XiaoqianSheng Changfeng · 78 ep
Details
- First aired
- 23 December 2018
- Last aired
- 14 February 2019
- Network
- Hunan Television
- Original title
- 知否知否应是绿肥红瘦
- Language
- Chinese
- Country
- China
- Type
- Scripted
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What The Story of Ming Lan is based on
The Story of Ming Lan is adapted from a novel.
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The Story of Ming Lan: quick answers
Is The Story of Ming Lan worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.7/10 from 45 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Story of Ming Lan are there?
The Story of Ming Lan has 1 season and 78 episodes, about 45 minutes each.
Is The Story of Ming Lan finished?
Yes. The Story of Ming Lan ended in 2019, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Story of Ming Lan on?
The Story of Ming Lan is streaming on Tencent Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
The Story of Ming Lan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Story of Ming Lan yet.
What shows are like The Story of Ming Lan?
If you liked The Story of Ming Lan, try Meteor Garden, Perfect Match, Nirvana in Fire.
Who created The Story of Ming Lan?
The Story of Ming Lan was created by Zheng Yi and stars Zhao Liying, William Feng, Zhu Yilong.
What is The Story of Ming Lan based on?
The Story of Ming Lan is adapted from a novel.