Show NamePursuit of JadeNo. of Seasons 1Based on The web novel Zhu Yu by Tuan Zi Lai XiDirector Zeng Qing JieCastZhang LingheTian XiweiSnow KongDeng KaiLi QingYu Zhong Li, and more.Release DateMarch 6, 2026Original Network WeTV/Tencent VideoStreaming Network Netflix
Netflix is set to stream one of the highly anticipated Chinese historical romance drama Pursuit of Jade (original title Zhu Yu). Following the acquisition, the streaming giant has partnered with WeTV and Tencent to bring the simulcast of Chinese dramas. Now, Netflix has secured global streaming rights to Pursuit of Jade to international audiences just hours after its domestic release in China (via What’s on Netflix).
The growing lineup of simulcast dramas also includes hits like Unveil: Jadewind and The Vendetta of An. Pursuit of Jade is dropping this March with fresh episodes. Here’s everything you need to know about the Chinese drama.
Pursuit of Jade Release Date and Episode Guide
Pursuit of Jade | Credits: WeTV
Pursuit of Jade will premiere on Friday, March 6, 2026. The first batch of episodes will stream on March 6, 2026, on Netflix. Each episode runs approximately 45 minutes. According to MyDramaList, the episodes will drop at 6 PM CST. Here’s the global release schedule:
Time ZonesRelease TimeChina (CST)06:00 PMUS Pacific (PT)02:00 AMUS Eastern (ET)05:00 AMUS Mountain (MT)03:00 AMUS Central (CT)04:00 AMUS Alaska (AKT)01:00 AMUS Hawaii-Aleutian (HT)11:00 PM (previous day)United Kingdom (GMT)11:00 AMEurope (CET)12:00 PMUAE (GST)03:00 PMSaudi Arabia (AST)01:00 PMIndia (IST)03:30 PMPhilippines (PHST)06:00 PMSingapore (SGT)06:00 PMAustralia (AEDT)09:00 PMJapan (JST)07:00 PM
The series follows a simulcast release schedule, with new episodes likely dropping daily or in multi-episode weekly batches, following the original broadcast. According to MyDramaList, two episodes will drop daily. Here’s the release schedule:
Episode No. Release DateEpisodes 1-6March 6, 2026Episodes 7-8March 7, 2026Episodes 9-10March 8, 2026Episodes 11-12March 9, 2026Episodes 13-14March 10, 2026Episodes 15-16March 11, 2026Episodes 17-18March 12, 2026Episodes 19-20March 13, 2026Episodes 21-22March 14, 2026Episodes 23-24March 15, 2026Episodes 25-26March 16, 2026Episodes 27-28March 17, 2026Episodes 29-30March 18, 2026Episodes 31-32March 19, 2026Episodes 33-34March 20, 2026Episodes 35-36March 21, 2026Episodes 37-38March 22, 2026Episodes 39-40 March 23, 2026
The drama will also be available to stream on WeTV, Tencent Video, iQIYI, and iflix in different regions (via MyDramaList).
Netflix release times may vary slightly depending on platform scheduling, simulcast timing, and regional availability. These times are estimated based on standard time zones.
Who Is in the Cast of Pursuit of Jade?
The drama features a strong ensemble cast, including leads who are among the busiest actors in the industry. The cast includes:
Zhang Ling He as Xie Zheng
Tian Xi Wei as Fan Chang Yu
Snow Kong as Yu Qian Qian
Deng Kai as Qi Min
Li Qing as Gongsun Yin
Yu Zhong Li as Qi Shu
Additionally, other actors such as Ren Hao, Liu Lin, Yan Yikuan, and Yue Yang appear in guest and recurring roles.
What Is Pursuit of Jade About?
Zhang Ling He and Tian Xi Wei in Pursuit of Jade | Credit: WeTV
Pursuit of Jade is based on the web novel Zhu Yu by Tuan Zi Lai Xi. It tells the story of Fan Chang Yu, a butcher’s daughter, and Xie Zheng, a fallen noble seeking revenge and determined to clear his name. To survive a politically treacherous world, they enter a fake marriage that gradually turns into true love.
War soon tears them apart. Fan Chang Yu takes her butcher’s knife to the battlefield, fighting for justice and her husband. Meanwhile, Xie Zheng strives to reclaim his title and protect the country.
Is There a Trailer for Pursuit of Jade?
Tian Xi Wei in Pursuit of Jade | Credit: WeTV
A trailer has been released by WeTV/Tencent Video just now, on February 27, 2026. The clips show period drama visuals, epic battles, and the evolving romance between Fan Chang Yu and Xie Zheng. Take a look at the trailer:
The series is directed by Zeng Qing Jie, known for visually striking historical dramas like Provoke. Zou Yue is the screenwriter.
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What is the release date of Pursuit of Jade?
The drama is confirmed to premiere on March 6, 2026.
How many episodes does Pursuit of Jade have?
The series consists of 40 episodes.
Where can I watch Pursuit of Jade?
It will stream on Netflix, iQIYI International, WeTV, and Tencent Video.
Who is in the cast of Pursuit of Jade?
The main leads are Zhang Linghe (as Xie Zheng) and Tian Xiwei (as Fan Changyu). The cast also includes Snow Kong, Deng Kai, Li Qing, Yu Zhong Li, and more.
Pursuit of Jade will premiere on March 6, 2026, on Netflix (US).
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