# Chinese Paladin (2005) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/chinese-paladin/
Last reviewed: 2026-08-31

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 81% |
| Celluloid Editorial Rating | 82/100 |
| Audience Snapshot | 86% |
| Metascore | 72/100 |
| IMDb | 8/10 |
| Fan Score | 88% |
| Creator | Kwok-Lap Lee |
| Platform | Youku |
| Genres | Drama, Action, Fantasy |
| Seasons | 1 (34 episodes) |
| Language | Mandarin |
| Country | China |

## Quick answer

Chinese Paladin (2005) is a Drama, Action, Fantasy series created by Kwok-Lap Lee, streaming on Youku. It holds a 81% Celluloid Score — Recommended — from Celluloid editorial (82%), Metascore (72/100), IMDb (8/10), TMDB fan (88%) across 1 season. Audience snapshot (not in the composite): 86%.

## Celluloid verdict

Chinese Paladin — a notable Celluloid catalog credit with strong audience discovery.

## Synopsis

Li Xiaoyao journeys to Dream Island to find a cure for his sick aunt, where he falls in love with Zhao Ling’er and marries her. After losing his memory in an attack, he forgets Ling’er and returns home with her. As she tries to win back his love, Xiaoyao embarks on a quest to find her when she mysteriously disappears, uncovering hidden secrets along the way.

## Cast

Liu Yifei, Hu Ge, Ady An, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Esther Liu, Limin Deng, Jiang Xin, Elvis Tsui Kam-Kong, Bryan Wong, Gardner Tse Kwan-Ho

## Critic reviews on Celluloid: 1

## Most searched questions

**Is Chinese Paladin worth watching?**
Yes — Chinese Paladin earns a 81% Celluloid Score (Recommended), from editorial 82%, Metascore 72/100, IMDb 8/10, TMDB fan 88%. Audience snapshot is separate (86%). Chinese Paladin — a notable Celluloid catalog credit with strong audience discovery.

**Why is Chinese Paladin so highly rated?**
Chinese Paladin scores 81% from four inputs: Celluloid editorial 82/100, Metacritic 72/100, IMDb 8/10 and TMDB fan rating 88%. The separate audience snapshot is 86%. Chinese Paladin — a notable Celluloid catalog credit with strong audience discovery. See the full breakdown on the Chinese Paladin series page.

**Is Chinese Paladin on Netflix?**
No — Chinese Paladin is not on Netflix. It streams on Youku, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under Youku. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did Chinese Paladin come out?**
Chinese Paladin first aired in 2005 (2005). Created by Kwok-Lap Lee; it streams on Youku today.

**How many seasons of Chinese Paladin are there?**
Chinese Paladin has 1 season across 34 episodes (2005). Status: ended / complete.

**How long does it take to watch Chinese Paladin?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Chinese Paladin’s 34 episodes take roughly 26 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Where can I watch Chinese Paladin?**
Chinese Paladin streams on Youku in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under Youku. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**Who is in the cast of Chinese Paladin?**
Chinese Paladin stars Liu Yifei, Hu Ge, Ady An, Eddie Peng Yu-Yan, Esther Liu, and others. Created by Kwok-Lap Lee.

**How many episodes are in Chinese Paladin?**
Chinese Paladin has 34 episodes across 1 season (2005).

**What is Chinese Paladin about?**
Li Xiaoyao journeys to Dream Island to find a cure for his sick aunt, where he falls in love with Zhao Ling’er and marries her. After losing his memory in an attack, he forgets Ling’er and returns home with her. As she tries to win back his love, Xiaoyao embarks on a quest to find her when she mysteriously disappears, uncovering hidden secrets along the way.

**Who created Chinese Paladin?**
Chinese Paladin was created by Kwok-Lap Lee. It is a drama, action, fantasy series from China, primarily in Mandarin.

**What should I watch after Chinese Paladin?**
Browse more drama series on Celluloid’s Youku hub, or open More Like This.

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