Series synopsis
Cage of Shadows is a Chinese drama television series that premiered on iQiyi on May 28, 2026. It ended on May 30, 2026. It stars Liu Meihan, Fu Jing, Mu Lan and Wang Shudan.
After her family is massacred, artisan’s daughter Nan Yanzhi becomes the disciple of Zhuang Wujiao, who trains her to survive in a ruthless world. Determined to uncover the truth and avenge her family, she infiltrates the deadly Lingya Tower, where entrants are forced into brutal combat and none are said to return, only to discover that her own master holds power within the very place she came to destroy.
Premise
After her family is massacred, artisan’s daughter Nan Yanzhi becomes the disciple of Zhuang Wujiao, who trains her to survive in a ruthless world. Determined to uncover the truth and avenge her family, she infiltrates the deadly Lingya Tower, where entrants are forced into brutal combat and none are said to return, only to discover that her own master holds power within the very place she came to destroy.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Liu Meihan as Nan Yanzhi
- Fu Jing as Zhuang Wujiu
- Mu Lan as Dao Niang
- Wang Shudan as Chi Lantuyue
- Liu Jiaxi as Jiang Man
- Lei Haoxiang as A Qi
- Li Ximan as Lin Jingjing
- Jacinda Li as Qin Yuren
Supporting cast
- Candice Zhao as Kou Wan
- Tao Deyan as Wan Hongliu
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 23 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 23 | May 28, 2026 | May 30, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | May 28, 2026 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | May 28, 2026 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | May 28, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | iQiyi |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 28, 2026 |
| Last aired | May 30, 2026 |
| Status | ended |