LayarHijau– Douban has officially unveiled its list of the 10 highest-rated Chinese dramas of 2025, based on user ratings accumulated throughout the year. Rather than serving as a strict numerical ranking, the list is a curated selection of titles that achieved the strongest overall reception on the platform, with positions from tenth to first not arranged according to score order.
Another notable aspect of the list is its inclusivity. In addition to mainland Chinese productions, several Taiwanese dramas also earned a place among the top ten, reflecting their significant impact and acclaim among Douban users in 2025. Spanning genres such as historical drama, crime thriller, fantasy, and social realism, the list highlights the diversity of stories that resonated most strongly with audiences this year.
Ranked tenth is Blossom, which holds a score of 7.8. The drama follows Dou Zhao, a noblewoman whose first life was defined by betrayal and injustice. She unexpectedly awakens years in the past, retaining memories of her tragic future and gaining access to a mysterious prophetic book. Determined to change her fate and protect her family, Dou Zhao forms an alliance with Song Mo, a general who also shares the secret of rebirth. Together, they navigate court intrigue, hidden conspiracies, and long-standing vendettas, gradually developing trust and affection. The 34-episode series stars Meng Ziyi and Li Yunrui and streams on Tencent Video, WeTV, iQIYI, Viki, and Netflix.
In ninth place is Silent Honor with a score of 8.0. Set against the backdrop of 1949, the historical drama centers on Wu Shi, who is unexpectedly appointed Deputy Minister of National Defense by Chiang Kai-shek. Acting under instructions from the party organization, Wu Shi travels to Taiwan to carry out a covert mission, using his position to transmit critical military intelligence. He works closely with Zhu Feng, a courier who sacrifices his chance to reunite with his family in order to fulfill the mission. Although their story ends in tragedy due to betrayal, the intelligence they delivered played a key role in the successful liberation of the Zhoushan Islands. The series consists of 39 episodes and stars Yu Hewei and Wu Yue, airing on iQIYI.
Eighth place goes to Flourished Peony, which also received a score of 7.8. Set during the Tang Dynasty, the drama tells the story of He Wei Fang, a merchant’s daughter renowned for her skill in cultivating rare peonies. After leaving a loveless marriage, she partners with Jiang Chang Yang, a Chang’an official, to establish a flower business. Their venture not only brings commercial success but also creates opportunities for women with difficult pasts. As they become entangled in political unrest and rebellion, their professional partnership gradually deepens into a secret romance. The 32-episode drama stars Li Xian and Yang Zi and airs on Mango TV, Hunan TV, iQIYI, and Viki.
Seventh on the list is Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty Season 3: To Chang’an, earning a score of 8.0. The story follows Lu Ling Feng and Su Wu Ming as they return to Chang’an during a period of political uncertainty. Under the pretext of escorting a royal tribute, they rebuild their investigative network and delve into cases rooted in the daily lives of the city’s residents. Compared to earlier seasons, this installment places greater emphasis on social realities and the hidden struggles of ordinary people. The series spans 40 episodes and stars Yang Xuwen and Yang Zhigang, streaming on iQIYI.
At sixth place is Legend of the Undercover Chef Season 2, which scored 8.2. The season continues the story of Ximen Chang Hai, who survives against all odds and returns to the Dingyuan Alliance to defend his homeland from external threats. Meanwhile, his brother Ximen Chang Zai grows into his role as a sect leader. As internal ambition collides with mounting outside dangers, the brothers must unite their followers to preserve peace. The 40-episode series stars Zhao Benshan and airs on Tencent Video and WeTV.
Fifth place is held by Sandstorm, with a score of 8.1. This crime drama revolves around the reopening of an old body-burning case that forces police officer Chen Jiang He to return to his hometown. His return draws him into a web of deception, revenge, and moral ambiguity, as perpetrators and victims alike are driven by buried resentments. With a tense and gritty atmosphere, the drama explores the belief that justice will eventually emerge once the storm has passed. Sandstorm consists of 12 episodes and stars Duan Yihong, Wang Qiang, and Karina Zhang, streaming on Youku.
In fourth place is the Taiwanese drama Forget You Not, which earned a score of 8.3. The story centers on Cheng Le Le, a married woman juggling life as a stand-up comedian and a part-time convenience store employee. Beneath her seemingly ordinary routine, she faces marital difficulties and a strained relationship with her father. Her emotional journey becomes one of self-discovery, reshaping her understanding of family, love, and friendship. The eight-episode series stars Hsieh Ying-xuan and Chin Han and streams on Netflix.
Third place goes to another Taiwanese production, The World Between Us Season 2, with a score of 8.4. The drama begins with a devastating supermarket arson that claims five lives and injures many others, becoming a landmark case under the newly implemented citizen judges system. The tragedy exposes deep connections among six families whose lives have been intertwined for more than two decades, revealing layers of revenge, betrayal, suffering, and redemption. The series consists of 10 episodes and stars Vic Chou and Nikki Hsieh, airing on PTS.
Second on the list is I Am Nobody Season 2: The Showdown Between Yin and Yang, also rated 8.4. The story continues Zhang Chu Lan’s journey in the world of the Outsiders, where his bond with Feng Bao Bao is tested after Chen Duo murders her superior and goes on the run. The investigation leads to Biyou Village, where secrets connected to the legendary “Eight Supremes” gradually come to light. The 13-episode drama streams on Youku and stars Peng Yuchang, Wang Yinglu, Hou Minghao, and Vicky Chen.
Topping Douban’s official list is Endless Protection, which received a score of 8.5. Focusing on the judicial protection of minors, the drama follows the establishment of a juvenile prosecution team. Prosecutor Lin Zhi Tao and assistant prosecutor Bai En Yu work together to confront crimes involving children, facing the darkest aspects of human nature in pursuit of justice and healing. Beginning with suspense and concluding with redemption, the series delivers a powerful social message. Endless Protection consists of 24 episodes and stars Ren Suxi, Vengo Gao, and Liu Lin, airing on Tencent Video and WeTV.
