Synopsis
A retired imperial assassin meets a sect leader on the road and a partnership begins between two dying men.
What makes Word of Honor worth watching
One of the best modern wuxia dramas.
Word of Honor represents a strong example of china wuxia from the 2021 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 Wuxia and Drama elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Zhang Zhehan, Gong Jun, Zhou Ye. It originally aired on Youku, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch Word of Honor online
You can currently stream Word of Honor on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Netflix — see all Netflix Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
- YouTube — see all YouTube 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.
If you liked Word of Honor
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