Justice Bao: The First Year (2019): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2019, Justice Bao: The First Year is a drama series.

What it’s about. During Emperor Renzong's reign in the Song Dynasty, Bao Zheng is appointed Kaifeng Prefecture Prefect. Bao Zheng, his trusted aide Gongsun Ce, Guard Zhan Zhao, and the four Constables are determined to crack down on corrupt dealings. Merchant's daughter Yun Qianyu is an eloquent speaker. Under Gongsun Ce's guaidance, she eventually becomes a consel. Ji Niannian, a maid from Gaochang, is an autopsy expert. These two ladies help Kaifeng Seven unravel bewildering cases. However, danger is lurking everywhere in Kaifeng Prefecture. When it is revealed that the emperor's heritage is questionable, Bao Zheng has to handle the most difficult case yet as he faces the dilemma of revealing the truth or abandoning his conscience for the sake of his country.

Who’s in it. Justice Bao: The First Year stars Shaun Tam Chun-Yin as Bao Zheng, Nancy Wu Ting-Yan as Yun Qianyu, Raymond Cho Wing-Lim as Ce Gongsun and Owen Cheung as Zhan Zhao, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Justice Bao: The First Year sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Justice Bao: The First Year page.

If you liked it. Fans of Justice Bao: The First Year tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.