About this series
When Song Xiaoyu is unexpectedly pulled into a scripted world as a tragic heroine fated to be discarded by the villainous male lead, she tries to escape, only to be trapped in an endless loop of fatal outcomes each time she strays from the plot. No matter how hard she resists, the story keeps pushing her toward Nan Heng, the cold and calculating lead. As she navigates this paper-thin world where every character is bound by fate, Song Xiaoyu must fight not just for her survival, but for control over her own story.
Quick facts
First aired
2025
Seasons
1
Episodes
40
TMDB Rating
⭐ 8.1/10
Votes
24
Genre
Drama
Status
Ended
Network
iQiyi
Language
ZH
Seasons & Episodes
S01E01
Becoming the Female Lead
During the script-reading for a period drama, Song Xiaoyu feels that it's unfair for Song Yimeng, the female lead. On the other hand, a click on the keyboard sends Song Xiaoyu into…
S01E02
Six Months before the Wedding
After crossing over into Song Yimeng's body, Song Xiaoyu is surprised to find out that she has arrived six months before her wedding. It seems she now has enough time to gradually …
S01E03
Love Line
Nan Heng jumps into the water as soon as he hears Song Yimeng falling into the water. While Song Yimeng is struggling, she sees Nan Heng who looks exactly like Nan Feng. Her first …
S01E04
Stalling Tactic
Song Yimeng doesn't know that Nan Heng is determined to kill her. She tries to bargain for her life with the Duan Blade Technique.
S01E05
Law of Mutual Rescue
Song Yimeng intends to be on good terms with Chu Guihong, who was just released from prison. She tells him how Nan Heng is going to put him on the spot in the imperial court.
S01E06
Assassin
Fading River Moon is a guild hall opened in the capital by Nan Heng three years ago in secret. He has another secret identity, which is...
S01E07
Playing Along
Shangguan He advises Nan Heng to use his identity as Li Shiliu to get closer to Song Yimeng and sabotage the marriage alliance between the Song and Chu families.
S01E08
Two Li Shi Liu
The real and fake Li Shiliu duke it out in Fading River Moon until the real one knocks the mask off of Chu Guihong. Only then could the people see...
S01E09
Everyone Has Their Own Agenda
Li Shiliu watches as Song Yimeng lets the scroll of the Plan to Kill Heng, covered in writing, slip to the ground. A flicker of tension tightens between his brows.
S01E10
A Wish
Nan Heng watches Song Yimeng make a wish sincerely. He tells Song Yimeng that if she can help him get the Duan Blade Technique, no matter what her wish is, he'll help her fulfill i…
S01E11
Fire in the Southern District
Concerned about the raging fire at the oil mill, Li Shiliu leads the members of Fading River Moon into the heart of the blaze to help.
S01E12
Once Friends
Under the guise of his dual identity, Nan Heng joins Song Yimeng in rebuilding the southern district. In the process, he finally uncovers the reason behind her hatred toward him.
S01E13
Cracking the Secret Symbol
When Nan Heng visits his mother, Noble Consort Gao, he accidentally finds clues about the Duan Blade Technique in her old belongings.
S01E14
A Public Proposal
Song Yi Meng is in love with Li Shiliu. She refuses to marry Chu Gui Hong.
S01E15
Expressing One's Feelings
The emperor interrogates Song Yimeng for instigating the two princes into starting a conflict. To protect Song Yimeng, Nan Heng barges into the imperial study room and bears the bl…
S01E16
Immortal under the Moonlight
Li Shiliu pays a secret visit to the Song Residence at late night. As he departs, his striking figure beneath the moonlight catches Song Yiting's eye and sparks her curiosity.
S01E17
Granted Marriage
To protect Chu Guihong, the emperor makes a deal with Nan Heng to cancel the marriage between the Song and the Chu families. Nan Heng and Song Yimeng feel happy about the decision …
S01E18
Changing Fate
Song Yimeng wants to kill Nan Heng again. She has made up her mind to protect the Song family from getting wiped out by Nan Heng.
S01E19
Concubine
Noble Consort Gao invites a group of noble ladies and their daughters to Fanghua Hall. She says that she's going to help Nan Heng choose a concubine. In reality, she's trying to st…
S01E20
Offense and Defense
To keep her sister from being deceived by Nan Heng, Song Yimeng resolves to take action against him.
S01E21
Last Farewell
Shangguan He tells Li Shiliu everything about the blade and Song Yiting. Li Shiliu wants Shangguan He to disguise himself as Li Shiliu for one last time tomorrow and retrieve the b…
S01E22
A Do-Or-Die Plan
Zhou Xueyi continues to force Song Yiting to get married. She has had enough and decides to have a union with Li Shiliu when he comes for the sword. Nan Heng dresses up as Li Shili…
S01E23
Identity Revealed
The capital is trying to arrest the Night Wandering Gods. Li Shiliu goes to their hiding spot and announces their disbandment. But they think that he's trying to protect them by sa…
S01E24
Atone with His Life
Learning Shangguan He is going to be executed, Song Yiting asks Song Yimeng for help.
S01E25
Let Go of Yourself
Song Yimeng is stopped by Nan Heng as she leaves the execution ground. She refuses to listen to his explanation and instead demands that he give an answer to the Night Wandering Go…
S01E26
Assassination
Nan Heng rushes over when he finds out that Song Yimeng is in danger. He fights the men in black despite his injuries.
S01E27
Destiny Can Be Changed
Song Yimeng hears about Gao Changying's death. Song Yude says that the rumors circulating in the Capital have pinpointed Nan Heng as the culprit. Song Yimeng insists that Nan Heng …
S01E28
Forced to Extremes
Long and Hu are caught and interrogated by Chu Guihong, who resorts to brutal torture just to make them testify against Nan Heng.
S01E29
Mastermind
Chu Guihong accuses Nan Heng of ordering the assassination of Luyi. Nan Heng refutes the claim, stating that the testimony is fabricated and that the witnesses can be summoned at a…
S01E30
Redemption
The Gao Residence has been sealed off. His accomplices and everyone in his party are exiled to Han Bei. Nan Heng returns the Tiger Tally of the Armored Soldiers to His Majesty. His…
S01E31
World in a Storybook
Nan Heng arranges for a proposal at Fading River Moon. However, Song Yimeng rejects him unwillingly after his confession.
S01E32
The Vow
Nan Heng brings Song Yimeng to the God of Matchmaker's Temple and vows to protect her and her family. Touched by his confession, Song Yimeng agrees to marry him.
S01E33
New Life
Nan Heng wakes up from his injury. The emperor orders the Eastern Palace to be built on the side of the inner palace for Nan Heng.
S01E34
The Scripted World
Chu Guihong returns to the capital city with King Qian Yu. While Song Yimeng is waiting for Nan Heng at Fanghua Hall, she accidentally runs into King Qian Yu who calls himself the …
S01E35
In a Different Light
Song Yimeng takes King Qian Yu to Fading River Moon to let him experience the interesting place. At the same time, she tries to convince him to respect the characters and allow the…
S01E36
Fate
King Qian Yu tells Nan Heng that according to the rule of scripted world, anyone who changes their fate will suffer backlash.
S01E37
Sacrifice
Song Yimeng rushes into King Qian Yu's residence and asks him if he is involved in the poisoning of the emperor and the framing of Nan Rui...
S01E38
Infinity Loop
Song Yimeng wakes up from a dream-like death scene. She realizes that she is back at the crown prince's residence. She is thrilled when she sees that Nan Heng is still alive.
S01E39
Launching a Pre-emptive Strike
Chu Guihong changes his plans. He frames Nan Heng in advance for the poisoned mandarins the Emperor was having. He intrudes upon the Emperor's bedchamber to do the deed.
S01E40
Turning the Tide
The group sets up an ambush in the streets to intercept the Qianyu Army. King Qian Yu shows up and persuades the Qianyu soldiers to switch sides.
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Questions about A Dream Within a Dream
How many seasons does A Dream Within a Dream have?
A Dream Within a Dream has 1 season and 40 episodes total.
What genre is A Dream Within a Dream?
A Dream Within a Dream is a Drama series.
Who stars in A Dream Within a Dream?
The cast of A Dream Within a Dream includes Li Yitong, Liu Yuning, Zhu Xudan, Riley Wang, Wang Youshuo.
What is the TMDB rating for A Dream Within a Dream?
A Dream Within a Dream has a TMDB rating of 8.1/10 based on 24 votes.
