Synopsis
In WWII Shanghai, three brothers each work as agents for opposing factions while keeping it hidden from one another.
What makes The Disguiser worth watching
Sister piece to Nirvana in Fire and equally beloved.
The Disguiser represents a strong example of china drama from the 2015 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 Drama and Spy elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Hu Ge, Wang Kai, Jin Dong, with strong supporting work from Liu Mintao. It originally aired on Hunan TV, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch The Disguiser online
You can currently stream The Disguiser on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- 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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