Live Long and Prosper Chinese Drama: Cast, Story, Release Date & More

• Title: Live Long and Prosper
• Native Title: 咸鱼飞升
• Also Known As: Xian Yu Fei Sheng, 咸魚飛升
• Country: China
• Type: Drama
• Format: Standard Series
• Episodes: 40
• Release: 2026 –?
• Original Networks: Hunan TV, Mango TV
• Content Rating: Not Yet Rated
• Genres: Historical, Drama, Fantasy
• Screenwriter: Rao Jun
• Directors: Ding Hei, Fu Ce Xin
• Costume Designer: Yi Xiao Ya

Main Cast

• Dylan Wang — Song Qian Ji
• Li Qin — Miao Yan
• Rong Zi Shan — Meng He Ze
• Wang Duo — Wei Zhen Yu / Wei Ping
• Zhang Ya Qin — He Qing Qing
• Xia Meng — Chen Hong Zhu

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Supporting Cast

• An Yue Xi — Xiao Zhuo
• Ye Sheng Jia — Ji Chen
• Wu Xi Ze — Yuan Qing Shi
• Wang Ke — Feng Zi Yi
• Tong Meng Shi — Ziye Wen Shu
• Tang Zeng — Xu Yun [Master]
• Tong Li Ya — Qin Xian
• Zhao Zi Qi — Wang Shu
• Terence Yin — Xian Jian Chen
• Huang Can Can — Zhou Xiao Yun
• Wang Pei Lu — Carpenter Liu
• Guo Yun Qi — Lin Fei Yuan
• Liu Te — Ji Guang
• Ruan Yu — Zhu Ming
• Paul Che — Qi Gui / Chess Ghost
• Jiang Chao — Shu Sheng [Calligraphy Saint]
• Liu Wei Wei — Jiang Yun
• Wang Zi Jian — Song’s Father
• Song Xiao Ying Zi — Bai E
• Shen Tai — Supporting Role

Guest Cast

• Victor Huang — Wu Xiang
• Xiong Wen Wen — Qing Zhai
• Lei Hao Xiang — Zhu Sheng
• Cindy Chen — Ji Xing
• Chu Zhen — Qing Wei [Master]
• Zohn Xu — Song Qian Ji [Young]
• Hu Yu Xuan — Unknown

Story

Live Long and Prosper follows Song Qian Ji, a once-great cultivator who is given a second chance at life after being reborn. Unlike his former life, Song Qian Ji no longer dreams of glory, power, or endless battles. Instead, he hopes to live quietly and enjoy a peaceful existence away from the dangerous world of cultivation.

However, his plans for a simple life quickly fall apart when he becomes involved in the conflicts between powerful sects. Old rivalries, hidden schemes, and struggles for influence begin to threaten the peace of the land, forcing Song Qian Ji to confront a world he had hoped to leave behind.

Along the way, Song Qian Ji forms unexpected friendships with a group of newfound allies. Although they come from different backgrounds and have their own goals, they gradually learn to trust and rely on one another. Their journey takes them deeper into the dangerous world of cultivation, where every decision can have serious consequences.

As the conflicts between the sects intensify, Song Qian Ji and his companions realize that their struggle is about more than protecting themselves. Their homeland is placed in danger, and they must stand together to defend the people and land they care about.

What begins as Song Qian Ji’s attempt to escape his former life eventually becomes a much greater journey. Forced to embrace the strength and experience of his past, he and his allies rise against increasingly powerful threats. Together, they face the challenges ahead and gradually become entangled in a destiny that could determine the fate of the entire world.

With friendship, cultivation, sect rivalries, and battles at its heart, Live Long and Prosper tells the story of a man who wanted nothing more than a peaceful life but ultimately finds himself once again walking a path toward greatness.

Release Date

Live Long and Prosper (咸鱼飞升) is currently scheduled for release in 2026 on Hunan TV and Mango TV. An exact official premiere date has not yet been confirmed. Current drama databases still list the broadcast period as TBA, although some recent reports and fan discussions have pointed to a possible October 2026 release window.