Empresses in the Palace
“An epic tale of love, betrayal and scandal in Imperial China.”
Series Overview
Zhen Huan, a 17-year-old innocent introduced into the imperial court as the latest concubine of Emperor Yong Zheng. Her dreams of a new life of love and prosperity are swiftly dashed as she enters a dog-eat-dog world of treachery and corruption.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 76 Episodes
45 min per episode
2011 – 2012
Premiered: Thu, Nov 17, 2011
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 76: “Episode 76”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Empresses in the Palace Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-06-07
Cast & Creators
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Sun Li
Zhen Huan
Ada Choi Siu-Fan
Ula-Nara Yixiu
Jiang Xin
Nian Shilan
Lan Xi
Shen Meizhuang
Tao Xinran
An Lingrong
Chen Jianbin
Aisin-Gioro Yinzhen
Li Dongxue
Aisin-Gioro Yunli
Zhang Xiaolong
Wen Shichu
Tang Yixin
Gūwalgiya Wenyuan
Mao Xiaotong
Caiping
Mark Lee
Su Peisheng
Lyric Lan
Huanbi
Sun Qian
Cui Jinxi
Zhang Yameng
Li Wanting
Leanne Liu
Uya Chengbi
Yang Ziyan
Consort Jing
Chen Sisi
Cao Qinmo
Wan Meixi
Lü Yingfeng
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Xiaolong Zheng
Liu Lianzi, Xiaoping Wang
Department Leadership Roster
Xiaolong Zheng
Director
Liu Lianzi
Writer
Xiaoping Wang
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
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What is Empresses in the Palace about?
Zhen Huan, a 17-year-old innocent introduced into the imperial court as the latest concubine of Emperor Yong Zheng. Her dreams of a new life of love and prosperity are swiftly dashed as she enters a dog-eat-dog world of treachery and corruption.
How many seasons does Empresses in the Palace have?
Empresses in the Palace comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Empresses in the Palace?
Key cast members in Empresses in the Palace include Sun Li, Ada Choi Siu-Fan, Jiang Xin, Lan Xi, Tao Xinran.
Who created or directed Empresses in the Palace?
Empresses in the Palace was developed and directed by Xiaolong Zheng.