the rebel princess is a China drama released in 2021 rated 8.4/10 with 68 episodes. This historical series has been watched by 7,598 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  China |
| Genre | HistoricalRomanceDramaMelodrama |
| Year | 2021 |
| Episodes | 68 |
| Duration | 00:45:00 |
| Rating | 8.4/10 |
| Director | Cheng Yuan Hai, Hou Yong, Xu Zhi Ming |
| Main Cast | Zhang Zi Yi, Zhou Yi Wei, Tony Yang |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
Wang Xuan and Xiao Qi strike a deal for the sake of power. They marry before falling in love and join hands to protect their homeland. She is a woman who is no less than any man while he rose from humble beginnings. The imperial family has become rotten to the core. The nobles are lavish with no regard for the people. Princess Wang Xuan and her childhood sweetheart, the third prince, become pawns of a prophecy that states, "To acquire thee is to obtain the world." Being pulled into the court matters, Wang Xuan is married off by her father to Xiao Qi, who comes from a poor family. On their wedding night, Xiao Qi is forced to leave the capital. Wang Xuan is shamed and discouraged. The Helan Prince kidnaps Wang Xuan in order to seek revenge on Xiao Qi. The crisis they face becomes a blessing in disguise for the couple. Wang Xuan is moved and inspired by Xiao Qi's wish to bring peace and prosperity to the nation, and they fall in love. However, circumstances threaten to destroy them. The Wang and Xie clans are fighting for power, the Empress Dowager schemes to separate husband and wife, the military has committed treason while the Helan clan has raised their flags in rebellion. Wang Xuan puts her life on the line to escort the third prince to safety. She leads an army of men to defend the last stronghold, hoping that Xiao Qi can arrive in time with reinforcements… (Source: DramaWiki) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Emperor's Conquest" (帝王业) by Mei Yu Zhe (寐语者).
Critical Reception
the rebel princess has received excellent reviews with a rating of 8.4/10 based on 2,640 ratings. It is ranked #591 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of the rebel princess?
the rebel princess has a rating of 8.4/10 based on 2,640 ratings.
How many episodes does the rebel princess have?
the rebel princess has 68 episodes, each approximately 00:45:00 long.
What genre is the rebel princess?
the rebel princess is a Historical, Romance, Drama, Melodrama drama from China.
Who are the main actors in the rebel princess?
The main cast of the rebel princess includes Zhang Zi Yi, Zhou Yi Wei, Tony Yang.
When was the rebel princess released?
the rebel princess was released in 2021 in China.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.