The Success of Season 2
Many came in with high expectations for the return of the ‘Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty,’ and Season 2 went above and beyond those expectations. Despite airing during the Olympic season, the show had a great run on iQIYI, which needed a hit after some misses earlier this year. The heat index for ‘Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty’ reached 10,205 by the finale.
Announcement of Season 3
Now that Season 2 has concluded, ‘Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty to Changan’ (唐朝诡事录之长安), marking the third season of the franchise, has been officially announced. Helmed by Guo Jingyu, the producer is known for not focusing on traffic stars for his projects. As Yang Zhigang aptly said, “There are no supporting roles; everyone is a lead at different stages.”
Fan Engagement and Future Prospects
Fans have played a significant role in the show’s success. The show has been praised for listening to fans, bringing in actors Yu Yi and Paul Che for the second season upon popular demand. The showrunners emphasize that they are not just “spoiling” fans but responding to valuable fan insights. Episodes continued to air daily until the finale due to fan insistence. Fans have expressed their desire for up to 45 seasons of ‘Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty,’ even mapping out potential cases for each one. However, for now, we can look forward to Season 3, which is already confirmed.
Commitment to Quality and Continuity
It’s uncommon for Chinese dramas to adopt a season format successfully, and whether the same cast returns for subsequent seasons is often uncertain. However, ‘Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty’ has remained committed to keeping everyone intact. With its format of dedicating a few episodes to each story it tackles, this series could easily continue for many more seasons. The mutual love affair with fans has become its best promotion, proving that it doesn’t need big traffic stars.
