Ascent of an Empress

Ascent of an Empress

iQIYI Ended Drama • Romance

1 Season · 24 Episodes · Premiered April 27, 2026 · Ended April 30, 2026

In a dynasty where gifted individuals are both powerful and oppressed, Ji Mingyue is forced into the role of empress as political tensions rise. Alongside Helian Jin, a member of an enslaved clan, she navigates shifting alliances, betrayal, and war. Together, they rise against corrupt officials and ultimately challenge the emperor to reshape the empire's future.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

24 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 16 min
E02
Episode 2
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 15 min
E03
Episode 3
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E04
Episode 4
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 16 min
E05
Episode 5
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E06
Episode 6
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 19 min
E07
Episode 7
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 19 min
E08
Episode 8
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E09
Episode 9
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E10
Episode 10
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E11
Episode 11
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E12
Episode 12
Mon, Apr 27 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E13
Episode 13
Tue, Apr 28 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E14
Episode 14
Tue, Apr 28 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E15
Episode 15
Tue, Apr 28 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 17 min
E16
Episode 16
Tue, Apr 28 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 16 min
E17
Episode 17
Wed, Apr 29 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 19 min
E18
Episode 18
Wed, Apr 29 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E19
Episode 19
Wed, Apr 29 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E20
Episode 20
Wed, Apr 29 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E21
Episode 21
Thu, Apr 30 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E22
Episode 22
Thu, Apr 30 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 18 min
E23
Episode 23
Thu, Apr 30 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 19 min
E24
Episode 24
Thu, Apr 30 2026 12:00 PM GMT+0000 19 min

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