The Royal Swordsmen (2005-2005)

Premiere:
March 5, 2005

# of Seasons: 1

# of Episodes: 35

Finale:
March 5, 2005

Original Title:
天下第一

Genres:
Action & Adventure | Drama

Production Companies:
中广协会城市广播电视台委员会
北京东王文化发展有限公司
国际文化交流音像出版社
第一媒体控股有限公司

Countries:
CN

Set in the Ming dynasty, the series follows Zhu Wushi, tasked with forming a secret service to protect the Emperor. He recruits four elite agents—Duan Tianya, a skilled martial artist; Shangguan Haitang, an intelligent and resourceful woman; Guihai Yidao, a master of the dao seeking vengeance; and Cheng Shifei, a former thief with powerful inherited skills. Locked in a rivalry with the Eastern Depot led by eunuch Cao Zhengchun, the agents work to protect the monarchy while uncovering deeper conspiracies. As Zhu Wushi’s true ambitions unfold, the agents must confront betrayal and save the Emperor.

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