Imperial Doctress

TV Show · Drama · History

Tan Yunxian (Liu Shi Shi), from a generations-long family of imperial physicians, faces a devastating royal court ruling that forbids her family from practicing medicine after being framed by powerful enemies. Despite societal constraints, Yunxian secretly learns traditional Chinese medicine from her grandmother and dedicates herself to healing the common people. Her exceptional skills and determination catch the attention of Emperor Zhu Qizhen (Wallace Huo), who becomes instrumental in supporting her groundbreaking journey to become the first female physician of the Ming Dynasty. Through her compassion and medical expertise, Yunxian challenges gender barriers and transforms the medical landscape of her time. This is a 2016 Chinese historical drama series directed by Lee Kwok Lap.

2016 · 45m
Starring Liu Shishi

Season 1

  • EPISODE 1
    Imperial Doctress - Episode 1
    In Imperial China, Hang Yun Xian wishes to become a doctress, though she is forbidden from studying medicine. However, she finds herself unable to hold back when others are at risk
    46m
  • EPISODE 2
    Imperial Doctress - Episode 2
    Yun Xian receives assistance from an unapologetically blunt stranger when she hears of a miscarriage patient in need
    45m
  • EPISODE 3
    Imperial Doctress - Episode 3
    Yun Xian and Qi Yu meet again, furthering their special connection. Qi Yu, though reluctant, is pressured to overthrow the emperor
    46m
  • EPISODE 4
    Imperial Doctress - Episode 4
    More people begin asking Yun Xian for help, making it difficult for her to abstain from dispensing medical advice. When one case goes awry, she must defend herself
    47m
  • EPISODE 5
    Imperial Doctress - Episode 5
    Yun Xian befriends a medicine lady while she is awaiting her trial. Qi Yu, also locked away, hears of Yun Xian's situation and wishes to help
    45m
  • EPISODE 6
    Imperial Doctress - Episode 6
    Madame Xu dies from complications related to mixing medicine, and Yun Xian is put on the hot seat for her role in advising medicinally. With outside help, she survives the trial. But there are consequences
    45m

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Cast & Crew

  • Liu Shishi
    Actor
  • L‌K
    Lee Kwok Lap
    Producer

About

Imperial Doctress

Drama

Tan Yunxian (Liu Shi Shi), from a generations-long family of imperial physicians, faces a devastating royal court ruling that forbids her family from practicing medicine after being framed by powerful enemies. Despite societal constraints, Yunxian secretly learns traditional Chinese medicine from her grandmother and dedicates herself to healing the common people. Her exceptional skills and determination catch the attention of Emperor Zhu Qizhen (Wallace Huo), who becomes instrumental in supporting her groundbreaking journey to become the first female physician of the Ming Dynasty. Through her compassion and medical expertise, Yunxian challenges gender barriers and transforms the medical landscape of her time. This is a 2016 Chinese historical drama series directed by Lee Kwok Lap.

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Studio
JSTV
Released
2016
Rated
TV-14
Region of Origin
China mainland

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Chinese
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