The Vendetta of An
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A tense historical revenge drama built on strategic deception and political intrigue, where a survivor methodically works through layers of conspiracy to avenge his family while navigating court and underworld power.
Xie Huai'an, son of the Huben Army's creator, survives his family's massacre. After ten long years in hiding, he returns to Chang'an disguised as a lowly registrar, moving step by step through jianghu clashes and palace power plays in a tense battle of wits to avenge his family and safeguard the realm.
Questions people ask
Is The Vendetta of An sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Is The Vendetta of An scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of series.
Is The Vendetta of An violent? Yes. More violent than 81% of series.
Is The Vendetta of An easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
Does The Vendetta of An leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 73% of series.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Like The Vendetta of An
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Vendetta of An
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Vendetta of An, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Vendetta of An, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Vendetta of An, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
