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Synopsis

During the tumultuous period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, three determined youths—Qian Hongshu, Zhao Kuangyin, and Guo Rong—navigate the chaos of political upheaval and war as they strive to overcome the suffering caused by endless conflict.

Episodes

Season 1

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1. Episode 1Now viewing2026-01-2345m6.0As war fractures the realm, young Qian Hongchu stumbles into a web of corruption and maritime intrigue. In the north, Zhao Kuangyin begins questioning a brutal political order that will shape both their fates.
2. Episode 22026-01-2345m6.0After a palace fire exposes rot within Wuyue’s treasury, succession tensions erupt. As King Qian Yuanguan dies, factions move quickly — and Qian Hongchu finds himself caught between family loyalty and rising ambition.
3. Episode 32026-01-2345m6.0With the throne newly claimed by Qian Hongzuo, blood is spilled to silence rivals. When Qian Hongchu secretly calls on Huanglong Island for aid, Wuyue faces a naval standoff that tests the limits of royal authority.
4. Episode 42026-01-2345m6.0Political maneuvering intensifies as Qian Hongzuo tightens control and sidelines powerful nobles. Meanwhile, in the north, Zhao Kuangyin witnesses a near-bloodless coup — and begins questioning what loyalty truly means in troubled times.
5. Episode 52026-01-2445m7.0As northern armies crumble under betrayal, Qian Hongchu journeys through war-torn lands and confronts the human cost of chaos. A chance encounter with Guo Rong hints at alliances that could reshape the future.
6. Episode 62026-01-2445m6.0Bianliang descends into disorder. Amid imperial collapse, Zhao Kuangyin, Guo Rong, and Qian Hongchu cross paths at a pivotal moment — each forced to decide what kind of men they will become.
7. Episode 72026-01-2545mWith enemy forces closing in, Chancellor Feng Dao prepares for a desperate defense. Moral lines blur as Guo Rong makes a ruthless call — and Qian Hongchu confronts the brutal logic of war.
8. Episode 82026-01-2545mUnder siege, alliances harden and ideals are tested. After witnessing both cruelty and conviction, Qian Hongchu begins shedding youthful naivety — while Zhao Kuangyin prepares a daring gamble to turn the tide.
9. Episode 92026-01-2645mA risky strike by Zhao Kuangyin delivers hope at great cost. As supplies run dry and surrender looms, Qian Hongchu wrestles with the meaning of loyalty in a city abandoned by its own court.
10. Episode 102026-01-2645mBianliang falls into massacre. Refusing to bow to humiliation, Qian Hongchu openly defies the conqueror — triggering consequences that will define his reputation and alter the balance of power.
11. Episode 112026-01-2745mAfter the coup at Chen Bridge, Zhao Kuangyin ascends the throne, forcing former allies to choose sides. As the Song dynasty rises, Qian Hongchu must decide whether survival means resistance — or strategic submission.
12. Episode 122026-01-2745mWith Song authority consolidating, Zhao Kuangyin moves to disarm rival warlords through calculated diplomacy. Watching from Wuyue, Qian Hongchu studies the emperor’s methods — and begins rethinking his kingdom’s future.
13. Episode 132026-01-2845mAs Song expands southward, pressure mounts on Wuyue’s borders. Torn between pride and pragmatism, Qian Hongchu confronts divided counsel within his court about whether independence is still worth the cost.
14. Episode 142026-01-2845mInternal dissent threatens Wuyue’s stability just as Song armies advance. When betrayal surfaces among trusted officials, Qian Hongchu discovers that preserving a kingdom may require painful sacrifices.
15. Episode 152026-01-2945mZhao Kuangyin eliminates remaining regional powers with decisive force, sending a clear message to neighboring states. Realizing isolation is no longer sustainable, Qian Hongchu quietly explores a path toward peaceful surrender.
16. Episode 162026-01-2945mAs tribute missions travel between courts, diplomacy replaces warfare but suspicion lingers. A private exchange between Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu reveals mutual respect beneath political calculation.
17. Episode 172026-01-2945mCourt factions in Wuyue resist submission, urging defiance against Song rule. Facing unrest at home, Qian Hongchu weighs personal legacy against the lives of his people.
18. Episode 182026-01-3045mA final act of loyalty tests Wuyue’s military commanders. When hardliners push for one last stand, Qian Hongchu must decide whether heroism lies in battle or restraint.
19. Episode 192026-01-3045mAs Song authority tightens across the south, former rulers struggle to adapt. In Kaifeng, Zhao Kuangyin confronts the loneliness of power while ensuring stability through sweeping reforms.
20. Episode 202026-01-3045mA crisis within the imperial court forces Zhao Kuangyin to rely on old alliances. Meanwhile, Qian Hongchu prepares for a defining decision that will permanently alter Wuyue’s fate.
21. Episode 212026-02-0145mChoosing peace over pride, Qian Hongchu formally submits Wuyue to Song rule. The transition unfolds with surprising grace but not without quiet resentment from those who feel betrayed.
22. Episode 222026-02-0245mNow a subject rather than a sovereign, Qian Hongchu navigates life inside the Song court. Trust is fragile as former kings adjust to a new hierarchy under Zhao Kuangyin.
23. Episode 232026-02-0245mPolitical tensions resurface when rumors question Wuyue’s loyalty. Determined to prove his sincerity, Qian Hongchu risks everything to demonstrate unwavering allegiance to the empire.
24. Episode 242026-02-0245mA military campaign tests Song unity, revealing cracks beneath imperial authority. Zhao Kuangyin must balance mercy and dominance as the burden of unification grows heavier.
25. Episode 252026-02-0345mAs succession anxieties stir within the palace, alliances shift once more. Both Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu confront the fragility of the order they helped build.
26. Episode 262026-02-0345mWith enemies subdued and borders secured, Song stands unified — but stability demands constant vigilance. Reflections on past sacrifices force both men to confront what unification has truly cost them.
27. Episode 272026-02-0345mAs legacy becomes the empire’s central concern, the court prepares for transition. Qian Hongchu, once a king, finds meaning in service rather than sovereignty.
28. Episode 282026-02-0445mIn the shadow of history, the era of conquest gives way to consolidation. The choices of Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu echo beyond their lifetimes, reshaping the destiny of a unified China.
29. Episode 292026-02-0445mAs the empire stabilizes, Zhao Kuangyin strengthens central authority, sidelining powerful generals. Watching carefully, Qian Hongchu recognizes the quiet strategy behind lasting peace and the personal cost of absolute control.
30. Episode 302026-02-0445mCourt tensions flare when policy reforms threaten entrenched interests. Forced to mediate, Zhao Kuangyin balances loyalty and suspicion, while Qian Hongchu proves his value in unexpected ways.
31. Episode 312026-02-0545mA border disturbance tests Song’s fragile unity. As military leaders push for aggressive expansion, Zhao Kuangyin questions whether conquest still serves the empire’s long-term stability.
32. Episode 322026-02-0545mOld rivalries resurface within the palace. When whispers of dissent spread, Qian Hongchu finds himself navigating suspicion from both former allies and ambitious courtiers.
33. Episode 332026-02-0545mFaced with internal corruption, Zhao Kuangyin launches sweeping reforms. The crackdown restores order but deepens the emperor’s growing isolation from those he once trusted.
34. Episode 342026-02-0645mA diplomatic crisis threatens the peace Song fought to secure. Drawing on his experience as a former ruler, Qian Hongchu offers counsel that could prevent another costly war.
35. Episode 352026-02-0645mAs the imperial court celebrates prosperity, private doubts linger. Zhao Kuangyin reflects on the violent path to unification, while Qian Hongchu confronts unresolved grief from Wuyue’s surrender.
36. Episode 362026-02-0745mSuccession concerns cast a long shadow over the palace. Power struggles simmer beneath ceremonial unity, forcing Zhao Kuangyin to prepare for a future he may not control.
37. Episode 372026-02-0745mA sudden military threat exposes cracks in Song’s defenses. With trust on the line, Zhao Kuangyin must rely on commanders he once disarmed to defend the empire.
38. Episode 382026-02-0745mPolitical maneuvering intensifies as factions position themselves for influence. Qian Hongchu, seasoned by loss, counsels restraint amid rising ambition.
39. Episode 392026-02-0845mA personal betrayal within the court shakes Zhao Kuangyin to his core. As loyalty is tested, the emperor confronts the loneliness that comes with absolute authority.
40. Episode 402026-02-0845mWith stability hanging in the balance, decisive reforms reshape the military and civil administration. Qian Hongchu witnesses the transformation of Song into a truly centralized state.
41. Episode 412026-02-0945mTensions escalate over succession and imperial legitimacy. As uncertainty spreads, Zhao Kuangyin must safeguard both the throne and the fragile unity he forged.
42. Episode 422026-02-0945mA health crisis within the palace shifts the balance of power. Courtiers maneuver behind closed doors, while Qian Hongchu stands at a crossroads of loyalty and survival.
43. Episode 432026-02-0945mThe sudden death of Zhao Kuangyin sends shockwaves through the empire. Questions swirl around the circumstances, and the future of Song hangs in delicate balance.
44. Episode 442026-02-1045mAs a new emperor ascends, former alliances are tested. Qian Hongchu must redefine his place in a court no longer led by the man who unified China.
45. Episode 452026-02-1145mPower consolidates under new leadership, but uncertainty breeds quiet unrest. Memories of conquest resurface as the court struggles to maintain the stability Zhao Kuangyin built.
46. Episode 462026-02-1245mWith age and reflection, Qian Hongchu contemplates the legacy of surrender and survival. The cost of peace — once debated — now reveals its lasting consequences.
47. Episode 472026-02-1245mAs the next generation steps forward, the era of warriors gives way to governance. The empire’s future depends on whether unity can outlast ambition.
48. Episode 482026-02-1245mIn the twilight of an era, history reckons with the choices of Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu. Their decisions — forged in war and tempered by restraint — define the foundation of a dynasty.

Cast

Top Billed Cast

Bai Yu
Qian Hongchu
Zhou Yutong
Sun Taizhen
Zhu Yawen
Zhao Kuangyin
Yu Haoming
Guo Rong
Dong Yong
Feng Dao
Jiang Kai
Guo Wei
Hao Ping
Zhao Hongyin
Shang Bai
Ge Qiang

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How many seasons does Swords Into Plowshares have?

Swords Into Plowshares has 1 season and 48 episodes.

When did Swords Into Plowshares first air?

Swords Into Plowshares first aired in 2026.

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Swords Into Plowshares is classified as Drama.