Jiu Liu Overlord (2020)

Other name: 九流霸主, Jiu Liu Ba Zhu, Jiu Liu Bazhu, Ninth Overlord, Властелин Цзю Лю

Description:

Jiu Liu Overlord transports viewers to the late Tang Dynasty, where the stark divide between social classes defines society. Li Qing Liu, a sophisticated silk merchant representing the upper elite, finds his world colliding with Long Aoyi, the powerful leader of the lower class, comprising entertainers and thieves. Despite initial disdain and ingrained prejudices, a city-wide burglary involving missing gold thread forces them into an unlikely alliance. As they navigate the intricate case, Li Qing Liu's misconceptions about ordinary folk crumble, while Long Aoyi gains insights into the world of trading. Their bond deepens when an unscrupulous merchant threatens countless homes. The plot intensifies with the revelation of Li Qing Liu's true identity as a prince, leading to a new fight for justice within the palace walls, with Long Aoyi steadfastly by his side.

Producer: Tencent Video

Director: Qiu Yu [邱钰]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2020

Genre:Business; Corruption; Hidden Identity; Historical; Investigation; Martial Arts; Mystery; Romance; Web Series