# Unchained Love (2022–2023) — Celluloid TV fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/shows/unchained-love/
Last reviewed: 2026-07-25

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | 66% |
| Critic Score | 66% |
| Audience Score | 70% |
| Metascore | 58/100 |
| IMDb | 6.4/10 |
| Fan Score | 72% |
| Creator | You Sijie |
| Platform | Youku |
| Genres | Drama |
| Seasons | 1 (36 episodes) |
| Language | Mandarin |
| Country | China |

## Quick answer

Unchained Love (2022–2023) is a Drama series created by You Sijie, streaming on Youku. It holds a 66% Celluloid Score — Recommended — averaged from critic reviews (66%), audience ratings (70%), Metascore (58/100), IMDb (6.4/10), and fan ratings (72%) across 1 season.

## Critics consensus

Unchained Love — signature credit for Dylan Wang on Celluloid Stars.

## Synopsis

During the reign of Long Hua, court power struggles intertwine with a forbidden romance. Xiao Duo, a formidable eunuch conspiring with Prince Fu to seize the throne, rescues Bu Yinlou, a tribute lady meant to die for the late emperor. Forced into each other’s lives, they slowly fall in love despite their unequal status. Their bond deepens on a journey to Jiangnan, but threats from rival factions, the palace, and Xiao Duo’s hidden identity place them in constant danger. Caught between love and ambition, they must navigate betrayal and sacrifice as fate pushes them toward a perilous future.

## Cast

Dylan Wang, Chen Yuqi, Peter Ho, Zeng Li, He Nan, Wang Yuexin, Guan Chang, Han Yiting, Cheng Zi, Kang Kang

## Most searched questions

**Is Unchained Love worth watching?**
Yes — Unchained Love earns a 66% Celluloid Score (Recommended), averaged from critic 66%, audience 70%, Metascore 58/100, IMDb 6.4/10, and fan 72%. Unchained Love — signature credit for Dylan Wang on Celluloid Stars.

**Is Unchained Love on Netflix?**
No — Unchained Love is not on Netflix. It streams on Youku, and on Celluloid it is catalogued under Youku. Streaming rights rotate by country, so confirm in your region before subscribing.

**What year did Unchained Love come out?**
Unchained Love first aired in 2022 and ran through 2023 (2022–2023). Created by You Sijie; it streams on Youku today.

**How many seasons of Unchained Love are there?**
Unchained Love has 1 season across 36 episodes (2022–2023). Status: ended / complete.

**Where can I watch Unchained Love?**
Unchained Love streams on Youku in supported regions. On Celluloid it is catalogued under Youku. Rights rotate — confirm in your country on the platform app.

**How long does it take to watch Unchained Love?**
At roughly 40–50 minutes per episode, Unchained Love’s 36 episodes take roughly 27 hours of runtime (plus credits). Binge pace depends on season breaks.

**Who is in the cast of Unchained Love?**
Unchained Love stars Dylan Wang, Chen Yuqi, Peter Ho, Zeng Li, He Nan, and others. Created by You Sijie.

**How many episodes are in Unchained Love?**
Unchained Love has 36 episodes across 1 season (2022–2023).

**What is Unchained Love about?**
During the reign of Long Hua, court power struggles intertwine with a forbidden romance. Xiao Duo, a formidable eunuch conspiring with Prince Fu to seize the throne, rescues Bu Yinlou, a tribute lady meant to die for the late emperor. Forced into each other’s lives, they slowly fall in love despite their unequal status. Their bond deepens on a journey to Jiangnan, but threats from rival factions,…

**Who created Unchained Love?**
Unchained Love was created by You Sijie. It is a drama series from China, primarily in Mandarin.

**What should I watch after Unchained Love?**
Browse more drama series on Celluloid’s Youku hub, or open More Like This.

**Is Unchained Love finished?**
Yes — Unchained Love has ended (2022–2023), with 1 season across 36 episodes on record. You can watch the complete run without waiting on new episodes.

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