A Comprehensive List of Chinese Donghua
Donghua, the Chinese term for animation, has exploded in popularity in recent years, captivating audiences worldwide with its diverse range of stories, stunning animation, and captivating characters. From epic fantasy adventures to heartwarming slice-of-life tales, there's a donghua out there for everyone.
This comprehensive list aims to provide a starting point for your donghua journey, covering a variety of genres and styles. It is not exhaustive as new donghua are released constantly.
Popular Donghua
These donghua have gained immense popularity for their compelling storylines, high production value, and captivating characters.
- Mo Dao Zu Shi (The Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation): This acclaimed fantasy series follows the reincarnation of a powerful cultivator, Wei Wuxian, as he unravels a conspiracy and confronts his past.
- Heaven Official's Blessing (Tian Guan Ci Fu): A beautifully animated adaptation of the popular novel, this donghua centers around two deities who form an unlikely bond as they navigate the complexities of the heavenly realm.
- The King's Avatar (Quan Zhi Gao Shou): This esports-themed series follows a legendary gamer who returns to the virtual world to reclaim his glory.
- Hitori no Shita: The Outcast (Hitori no Shita: The Outcast): A supernatural action-adventure series that blends traditional Chinese martial arts with modern elements.
- The Daily Life of the Immortal King (Xian Wang De Ri Chang Shen Huo): This lighthearted and comedic donghua follows the everyday life of an immortal king who tries to blend in with the modern world.
Donghua by Genre
Here is a breakdown of donghua by genre:
Fantasy:
- Soul Land (Douluo Dalu)
- Sword Dynasty (Dao Jian Feng Yun)
- The Legend of Qin (Qin Shi Ming Yue)
- Battle Through the Heavens (Doupo Cangqiong)
- Stellar Transformations (Xingchen Bian)
Romance:
- Under One Person (Hitori no Shita: The Outcast)
- Love Like the Galaxy (Xing Han Can Lan)
- The Untamed (Chen Qing Ling)
- Scum Villain's Self-Saving System (Scum Villain's Self-Saving System)
- A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality (Chenxiang Guoshi)
Action/Adventure:
- Ling Cage (Ling Cage)
- The Demonic Master (Yasha)
- Rakshasa Street (Rakshasa Jie)
- Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power)
- The Legend of Condor Heroes (Shendiao Xiaolu)
Slice-of-Life:
- The Daily Life of the Immortal King (Xian Wang De Ri Chang Shen Huo)
- My Wife is a Demon Queen (Qian Ren Jie Hun)
- The King's Avatar (Quan Zhi Gao Shou)
- The Untamed (Chen Qing Ling)
- The Legend of Condor Heroes (Shendiao Xiaolu)
Historical:
- The Legend of Qin (Qin Shi Ming Yue)
- The Legend of Condor Heroes (Shendiao Xiaolu)
- Love Like the Galaxy (Xing Han Can Lan)
- The Untamed (Chen Qing Ling)
- A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality (Chenxiang Guoshi)
Sci-Fi:
- Ling Cage (Ling Cage)
- Stellar Transformations (Xingchen Bian)
- The Demonic Master (Yasha)
- Rakshasa Street (Rakshasa Jie)
- The King's Avatar (Quan Zhi Gao Shou)
This list offers a diverse selection of donghua to explore. Be sure to check out trailers, reviews, and recommendations to discover the stories that resonate with you. The world of donghua is vast and constantly expanding, promising countless hours of entertainment and immersion.