A rescue mission that can mean life and death takes place in seven days and seven nights. It is a story about overseas Chinese told from the perspective of Li Xiaoyu, Qiu Yongbang and Jian Ni. Starring Li Chen, Wang Qianyuan and Ora Yang.
Abyss (May 6 tvN)
A successful prosecutor and her chaebol friend are killed and revived in different bodies to solve the mystery behind their deaths. Starring Park Bo Young and Ahn Hyo Seop.
Zhu Meng Qing Yuan (May 6 Hunan TV)
A story about craftsmanship that follows Shen Qinan and Fu Hanjun fighting for their dreams. Through their efforts, they gradually earn recognition in the construction industry. Starring Yang Mi and Wallace Huo.
A story that tackles the life experience and mental issues that plague the PTU officers from the perspective of a former undercover cop who returns to the force. Starring Raymond Lam, Charlene Choi and Alex Fong.
Listening Snow Tower (May 6 Tencent)
A story that follows the master of Listening Snow Tower and the woman that he loves. He is a martial arts expert known to be a dragon among men and she is known as the blood demon’s daughter. Starring Qin Junjie and Yuan Bingyan.
The Thunder (May 7 CCTV-8, iQIYI)
A story that revolves around a father and son who represent two generations of policemen as they risk their lives in the war against drugs. Starring Johnny Huang, Wu Gang, Wang Jinsong and Simon Yam.
Hope All Is Well With Us (May 8 Beijing TV, Youku, Mango TV)
A story that revolves around a self-made man who marries a woman from a wealthy family despite her family’s objections only to find that their married life is falling into shambles. Starring Liu Tao and Yang Shuo.
Princess Silver (May 15 iQIYI, Tencent, Youku)
A story that follows a princess with amnesia who meets a prince that did not want to marry her and how they find a place for themselves despite the complications of the time. Starring Sophie Zhang and Aarif Rahman.
My True Friend (May 19 Zhejiang TV, Dragon TV, Tencent, iQIYI, Youku)
A story that revolves around real estate agents and how through every single property, they bear witness to the joys and sadness surrounding different families. Starring Angelababy, Deng Lun and Zhu Yilong.
Angel’s Last Mission: Love (May 22 KBS2)
A former ballerina who suffers terrible tragedies has grown into a cold and arrogant heiress. She meets an Angel who is tasked with finding her true love. Starring Kim Myung-Soo and Shin Hye-Sun.
Angel’s Last Mission: Love (May 22 KBS2)
A former ballerina who suffers terrible tragedies has grown into a cold and arrogant heiress. She meets an Angel who is tasked with finding her true love. Starring Kim Myung-Soo and Shin Hye-Sun.
L.O.R.D. Critical World (May 27 iQIYI)
As the 7th duke, Yin Chen has the ability to wield the power of the wind, fire, water and earth. As he tries to protect his disciple Qi Ling, he uncovers an earth-shattering secret. Starring Joe Cheng, Zhang Mingen and Maggie Huang.
Legend of the Phoenix (May 28 Tencent)
A woman whose circus troupe was hired to perform for the Empress Dowager’s birthday is framed for the crime of treason. She is saved by court advisor and becomes entangled in the power plays when she returns as a palace maid. Starring Jeremy Tsui, Viva Ho, Cao Xiwen and Wayne Lai.
Your Highness Class Monitor (May 30 Mango TV, Tencent)
It t follows Gu Zichen, the rebellious son of a wealthy family, and Su Nianian, the competitive student who has to adjust to a school that she never wanted. Because of an accidental meeting, the two start a relationship of constant bickering and eventually fall in love. Starring Xing Fei and Niu Junfeng.
Prodigy Healer (May 30 Youku)
A royal from a sacred tribe combines Qing Nang Shu with Eastern and Western practices to cure the sick and save the dying. Starring Li Hongyi and Zhao Lusi.
- This list is updated as more dramas are announced.
- We do our best to cover newly-airing mainstream Chinese dramas and a few web dramas / Korean dramas that catch our eye.
- We rely on weibo for announcements, so dramas that are not yet officially announced might not be here.
- The dates above are subject to change.
- For a more comprehensive list of dramas airing this month, please check out ChineseDrama.info.
