A Look Back At C-Dramas Released In May And A Look Ahead At Confirmed Dramas In June
- May 30
- 4 min read
Updated: Jun 2
A look back at the C-Dramas that aired in the month of May, and a look ahead at confirmed dramas in June.
May 2026 C-Dramas:
Poster | Title | Synopsis | MDL Rating | Platform |
 | A Splendid Match | A strong-willed woman raised away from her family returns to navigate power, relationships, and societal expectations, ultimately choosing the man who accepts her true nature. @IMBD | 8.3 | Viki, iQIYI, MGTV, WeTV |
 | Born With Luck | Zhang Yi Ang, a veteran detective, is sent to Sanjiangkou to investigate a case but soon finds himself caught in a web of crime and corruption. While pursuing a powerful criminal network, he unexpectedly receives help from a group of bungling thieves, who inadvertently aid his mission to unravel the truth behind a murder. @MDL | 7.4 | iQIYI |
 | Bloom Life | A heartfelt journey of the three sisters from Kashgar, filled with warm family ties, a touch of romance, and rich, blossoming friendships. @IMBD | 8.2 | iQIYI |
 | The Lead | This is a legendary story about a strong female protagonist. Yi Qin E is taken to the cultural troupe by her uncle Hu San Yuan to learn to sing Qinqiang Opera. From then on, her life unfolds with ups and downs. She achieves glorious artistic accomplishments, yet also experiences a profound sense of loneliness that is beyond the comprehension of ordinary people. (Still Airing) | 8.1 | Tencent, Youtube |
 | Zhao Zhan Adventures | Huo Ling Long flees an arranged marriage. She meets wounded Zhan Zhao, harboring evidence against a corrupt official. Pursued, they team up with Bai Yu Tang to expose the conspiracy, uphold justice and restore peace. @IMBD | 7.6 | Youku, Viki |
 | The Heir | Set in the mid-Ming Dynasty, a tribute-ink scandal disrupts the long-standing Huizhou ink industry, causing the centuries-old Li family of ink makers to fall from grace. With the Li family’s reputation shattered, the Luo family rises to prominence, only to later face ruin due to political entanglements. As time passes, Li Zhen, the youngest daughter of the eighth branch of the Li clan, embarks on the path of ink making to support herself. @MDL (Still Airing) | 7.8 | iQIYI |
 | The Tang Dynasty Occult Mysteries (Mini) | During the Tang Dynasty, gifted forensic investigator Li Jing Lan joins forces with the mysterious “ghost detective” Jue Ming and skilled constable Su Yu An to solve a string of shocking cases. As they uncover hidden conspiracies behind each crime, danger, justice, and romance become deeply intertwined. | 7.9 | iQIYI |
 | The Tang Mist (Short) | Disillusioned by Empress Wu’s actions, detective Di Renjie leaves the capital to investigate strange occurrences in Jiangnan. Beneath the empire’s prosperity, he uncovers dark forces and dangerous conspiracies. Using his sharp intellect, Di Ren Jie must solve mysterious cases where the supernatural and human corruption intertwine. (Still Airing) | 7.8 | WeTV, Tencent, Youtube |
 | Life is Elsewhere | In the new media era, Jiang Zi, an unlucky girl who relentlessly strives to be seen, quits her stable job in her hometown to become a self-media blogger and moves to Beijing alone. She gets the opportunity to work with her former idol, Ivy; their relationship is both adversarial and friendly, admiring and competing with each other. @MDL | TBD | iQIYI, Youtube |
 | Dazzling | After a family emergency, Qing Ye returned to her hometown in her senior year of high school. Finding it difficult to adjust after spending most of her life in a bustling city, Qing Ye vows to leave as soon as she gets a chance. But when she meets Xing Wu, a local teen who's struggling with school, she resolves to help him graduate. Inevitably, Xing Wu and Qing Ye grow closer to each other, despite their different personalities and priorities in life. (Still Airing) | 8.1 | MGTV, Viki, Line TV |
So many new C-dramas came out this May, but I only watched one new release, A Splendid Match, to my great shame. I plan on checking out The Heir, The Tang Dynasty Occult Mysteries, The Lead, and Bloom Life. Next month I am locked in for Ashes to Crown and The First Jasmine!
Confirmed June 2026 Releases:
Ashes to Crown
Airing Date: June 2
Platform: Youku and Netflix
Synopsis: Chu Zhao, the daughter of a general, refuses to accept a fate in which she becomes a pawn in the power struggles of Xiao Xun, the heir of the State of Chu. Reborn with the memories of her past, she believes that only decisive action can change destiny, and she chooses to step into the center of political turmoil rather than be consumed by it. Along this path, Chu Zhao meets Xie Yan Lai, the illegitimate son of the Xie family, and their encounter alters both of their lives. She brings light to his once bleak existence and helps him break free from the limits imposed upon him. From a low-ranking Imperial Guard soldier, Xie Yan Lai steadily rises to become a general who defends the nation. @MDL
Wonder Wall
Airing Date: June 7
Platform: Tencent
Synopsis: A struggling couple accidentally moves into a lavish mansion and discovers a hidden fortune. But as unexpected troubles follow, they begin to question whether their sudden luck is a blessing or a curse. @MDL
The First Jasmine
Airing Date: June 9
Platform: WeTV, Tencent, and maybe Disney+?
Synopsis: Eldest daughter Ye Li marries the crippled Prince Mo Xiu Yao, while her sister Ye Ying weds Prince Mo Jing Li the same day. A descendant of Lishan, Ye Li secretly seeks revenge on those who wronged her clan. Suspected by her husband, who also hides a revenge plan, the couple gradually become allies. Meanwhile, Prince Jing Li plots to seize the throne. In the end, Ye Li and Mo Xiu Yao join forces to defeat their enemies and restore peace to the empire. @MDL
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