The Bronze Teeth (2001)

A beloved Chinese historical comedy-drama pitting sharp-tongued scholar Ji Xiaolan against the cunning minister He Shen across four seasons of imperial court intrigue.

The Bronze Teeth - Series Information

  • Original Title: 铁齿铜牙纪晓岚
  • First Air Year: 2001
  • Last Air Year: 2009
  • Created by: Liu Jiacheng
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (45 minutes)
  • Number of Seasons: 4
  • Number of Episodes: 165
  • Status: Ended
  • Original Language: Chinese
  • Spoken Languages: Mandarin
  • First Air Date: January 1, 2001 (South Korea - 15)
  • Networks: Beijing Television 北京卫视
  • Alternative Titles: 철치동아 기효람 (KR), The Bronze Teeth (CN), Bản Lĩnh Kỷ Hiểu Lam (VN)
  • Production Companies: 北京亚环影音制作有限公司, 北京国立常升影视文化传播有限公司
  • Production Countries: China

The Bronze Teeth - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Liu Jiacheng

Main Cast

  • Zhang Guoli
  • Wang Gang
  • Zhang Tielin
  • Zhang Chunnian
  • Yuan Li
  • Yan Minqiu
  • Jiang Xinyan
  • Lin Yongjian
  • Miriam Yeung Chin-Wah
  • Cynthia Khan

The Bronze Teeth - FAQs

Who are the main actors in The Bronze Teeth?

The Bronze Teeth stars Zhang Guoli as Ji Xiaolan, Wang Gang as He Shen, and Zhang Tielin as the Qianlong Emperor. The ensemble cast also includes Zhang Chunnian, Yuan Li, Yan Minqiu, Jiang Xinyan, Lin Yongjian, Miriam Yeung Chin-Wah, and Cynthia Khan.

When did The Bronze Teeth first air?

The Bronze Teeth first aired on January 1, 2001, on Beijing Television (北京卫视). The series ran for four seasons over nearly a decade, concluding in 2009 with a total of 165 episodes across all seasons.

How many seasons does The Bronze Teeth have?

The Bronze Teeth has 4 seasons. Season 1 contains 40 episodes, Season 2 has 43 episodes, Season 3 features 40 episodes, and Season 4 rounds out the series with 42 episodes, bringing the total episode count to 165.

Is The Bronze Teeth based on a true story?

The Bronze Teeth is inspired by real historical figures from Qing Dynasty China, most notably Ji Xiaolan (Ji Yun), a celebrated scholar and official, and He Shen, a powerful and notoriously corrupt minister. While the characters are historical, the plots are largely fictionalized for dramatic and comedic effect.

What genre is The Bronze Teeth?

The Bronze Teeth belongs to the Drama and Comedy genres. It is best described as a historical comedy-drama, blending witty dialogue and satirical humor with period court intrigue set during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor in Qing Dynasty China.

Is The Bronze Teeth cancelled or renewed?

The Bronze Teeth has ended. The series concluded in 2009 after four successful seasons and 165 total episodes. There has been no announcement of a revival or continuation of the series since its conclusion.

What are similar shows to The Bronze Teeth?

Viewers who enjoy The Bronze Teeth may also like Kangxi Dynasty (2001), The Journey of Flower (2015), Legend of Fang De and Miao Cui Hua (2006), and Eunuch & Carpenter (1993). Editorial picks include Sunny Piggy (2000), Witness to a Prosecution (1999), and Qiao's Grand Courtyard (2006).

Who created The Bronze Teeth?

The Bronze Teeth was created by Liu Jiacheng. The series was produced by 北京亚环影音制作有限公司 and 北京国立常升影视文化传播有限公司, and originally broadcast on Beijing Television (北京卫视) in China starting in 2001.

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