Synopsis
The second season of the martial arts sitcom starring Zhao Benshan. Ximen Changhai, having narrowly escaped death, returns to Dingyuan Alliance to resist the Japanese pirates, while his brother Ximen Changzai gradually steps into the role of the sect leader of Que Dao Sect. A perfect fusion of martial arts and comedy.
Overview
"The Legend of Que Dao Men Season 2" is a martial arts sitcom produced by Tencent Video, Bangban Culture, and Benshan Media, directed by Tang Tiejun and Wu Di, and starring Zhao Benshan. The series aired on Tencent Video in 2025, with a total of 40 episodes and a Douban rating of 8.2.
The first season quickly gained traction through word-of-mouth, achieving a high Douban score of 8.3. The second season broke the sequel curse, receiving even better reviews than the first, and became one of the most popular domestic comedies of 2025.
Plot
With the failure of Eunuch Cao's conspiracy, the martial arts world in Liaodong returns to peace. Ximen Changhai survives a great disaster and, after recovering, returns to Dingyuan Alliance to continue his duty of defending the land against Japanese pirates. Ximen Changzai gradually settles into the role of the leader of Que Dao Gate.
Ximen Changzai occasionally indulges in fantasies of being a hero, leading to many comedic mishaps. He must manage the affairs of Que Dao Gate while dealing with challenges from various factions in the martial arts world. Meanwhile, Japanese pirate forces secretly collude with King Jinlu, attempting to create chaos in Liaodong.
The series continues the sharp satirical style of the first season, wrapping humorous observations of real society within a martial arts framework. Each character has distinct traits, from Gao Damao's simplicity to Zhao Dezhu's slickness, creating complex relationships full of comedic effect.
Cast
| Character | Actor | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ximen Changhai / Ximen Changzai | Zhao Benshan | Lead role, playing two characters |
| Gao Damao | Song Xiaobao | Disciple of Que Dao Gate, simple and funny |
| Zhao Dezhu | Song Xiaofeng | Disciple of Que Dao Gate, slick and worldly |
| Wen Song | Wen Song | Main cast |
| Cheng Ye | Cheng Ye | Main cast |
| King Jinlu | Li Xiaoming | Villain |
| Cao Dongdong | Yang Shulin | Villain |
| Special appearance | Ma Su | Guest actor |
| Special appearance | Zhao Jiwei | Crossover from basketball |
| Special appearance | Xu Juncong | Comedian |
Production Background
"The Legend of Que Dao Gate" is one of the few TV series starring Zhao Benshan in recent years. After the first season aired in 2023, it received unanimous praise from audiences for its sharp satire and solid comedic foundation.
The second season continues Benshan Media's signature Northeastern comedy style, incorporating humorous satire of social phenomena within the martial arts genre. The show's teasing of workplace culture and social etiquette resonates with audiences, evoking laughter and connection.
Directors Tang Tiejun and Wu Di further elevated the production quality in the second season, with more refined martial arts choreography and more elaborate set designs. While maintaining comedic effect, the writing team also focused on character depth and emotional authenticity.
Reception
"The Legend of Que Dao Gate Season 2" started with a Douban score of 7.9, which then climbed to 8.2, surpassing the first season's rating. The highest proportion of viewers gave it 4 stars, while fewer than 8% gave 1 or 2 stars, indicating widespread audience approval.
Some reviews noted that the show broke the sequel curse, with the second season receiving even better reviews than the first. As a comedy master, Zhao Benshan continues to maintain precise control over comedic timing.
References
- Douban: https://m.douban.com/movie/subject/36641286/
- Baidu Baike: https://baike.baidu.com/item/鹊刀门传奇第二季/64487826
- Tencent Video: https://v.qq.com/x/cover/mzc00200vashbcc
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