The Untamed
The Untamed, a 2019 Chinese TV series adapted from the danmei novel Mo Dao Zu Shi by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, features Xiao Zhan and Wang Yibo as its main stars. The plot revolves around two soulmate cultivators embarking on a journey to unravel mysteries connected to a tragic event in the past. Airing in China on Tencent Video from June 27 to August 20, 2019, the series consists of fifty episodes.
Wei Wuxian, initially deemed a cultivator of "dark and demonic arts," is resurrected 16 years after his tragic death. His return leads to reunions with figures from his past life, including his soulmate, Lan Wangji. The storyline delves into Wei Wuxian's memories, exploring his progression from a traditional cultivator to utilizing innovative methods involving resentful energy and unique tools.
Despite depicting explicit romance in the original web novel, the TV adaptation includes homoerotic subtexts due to China's restrictions on LGBT portrayals. The Untamed achieved critical and commercial success globally, praised for its compelling plot, well-developed characters, and intricate costumes. It became one of the highest-earning dramas of 2019. The series' popularity led to two spin-off movies, "Fatal Journey" and "The Living Dead," and surpassed 9.5 billion views on Tencent Video by June 2021. The success prompted the development of a mobile game by NetEase Games based on the series.
- Release date: June 27, 2019
- Produced by: Tencent Penguin Pictures and NewStyle Media Group (NSMG)
- Genres: Action, Drama, Adventure
- Director: Ka Lam Chan, Wai-Man Cheng
- Stars: Zhan Xiao, Yibo Wang, Zhuocheng Wang
- Number of seasons: 1
- Number of episodes: 50
- IMDb rating: 8.8/10
- Watch here: http://tinyurl.com/yckckne8
