Synopsis
A demon king in disguise hires a wandering immortal as a bodyguard, then fails to keep his real identity hidden.
What makes Chasing the Undercurrent worth watching
Star-led 2024 xianxia.
Chasing the Undercurrent represents a strong example of china fantasy from the 2024 production cycle. Chinese studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Fantasy and Romance elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Zhao Liying, Lin Gengxin, Xu Haiqiao. It originally aired on iQIYI, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Chasing the Undercurrent online
You can currently stream Chasing the Undercurrent on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- WeTV — see all WeTV Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
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