# The Untamed (2019)

> Two soulmates navigate treacherous clan schemes in a magical world while uncovering a dark mystery rooted in a tragic past.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/tv/76920

## Facts

- Seasons: 1
- Episodes: 50
- Episode runtime: 45 min
- Status: Ended
- Genres: fantasy, action, drama
- Network: Tencent Video
- Cast: Xiao Zhan, Wang Yibo, Meng Ziyi, Xuan Lu, Wang Zhuocheng, Yu Bin, Liu Haikuan, Song Jiyang
- TMDB rating: 8.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10554898/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Tone: melancholic, intense, romantic, bittersweet

## What critics say

Critics and audiences broadly praise The Untamed for its emotionally charged story, strong lead performances, and polished wuxia staging, though its loose adaptation of the source novel draws some complaints.

## Synopsis

The Untamed is a Chinese web drama xianxia series adapted from a popular novel. Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji are soulmates bound by loyalty and a devotion that tests them as they face treacherous schemes among rival clans in a magical world. Their journey is driven by a dark mystery tied to a tragic event in the past, and each episode peels back another layer through flashbacks and confrontations. Supporting figures such as Jiang Cheng and Jiang Yanli add loyalty and family tension to the struggle for justice. The series runs one season, giving the story room for political intrigue, sword fights, and quieter moments of tenderness. The tone is bittersweet and atmospheric, with costume drama staging and a melancholic undercurrent. Fans of wuxia, danmei, and costume drama will find resonance here, especially viewers who enjoy slow-burn bonds set against tense clan politics and a mystery that keeps unfolding.

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