Legend of the Female General (锦月如歌)

Chinese Title: 锦月如歌 (Jǐn Yuè Rú Gē)
English Title: Legend of the Female General
Also Known As: Rebirth of a Star General (based on the original novel)
Genre: Historical, War, Romance, Action
Episodes: 36
Director: Jiang Jiajun (aka Jeffrey Chiang)(The Longest Promise)
Screenwriters: Chang Ye, Feng Shu Wen
Original Work: Adapted from the novel Rebirth of a Star General by Qian Shan Cha Ke
Production Companies: Tencent Video, Jinghe Media
Filming Locations: Hengdian World Studios, Xiangshan Global Studios
First Aired: August 6, 2025
Final Episode: August 20, 2025
Approx. Runtime: 45 minutes per episode

Plot Synopsis

Legend of the Female General centers on He Yan, the eldest daughter of the noble He family, who, to protect her family’s honor, disguises herself as her brother He Ru Fei and enlists in the military. Raised with the skills of both scholar and warrior, she first meets Xiao Jue at Xianchang Academy in her youth. Determined to carve her own path, He Yan leaves school and heads to the frontlines, eventually rising to prominence as the fierce General Fei Hong.

When her real brother unexpectedly returns and usurps her identity and title, she is betrayed. Reborn under a new identity as the daughter of a city gate officer, He Yan once again disguises herself as a man to join the Yezhou army, determined to reclaim her legacy.

There she reunites with Xiao Jue, now a powerful commander, along with allies like Chu Zhao, and together they navigate battlefield politics, external threats, and deepening bonds of friendship and love.

The series blends military strategy, court intrigue, loyalty, betrayal, and personal redemption with suggestions of a slowly evolving emotional relationship between He Yan and Xiao Jue.

Main Cast & Characters

Lead Cast

Zhou Ye as He Yan / General Fei Hong
Cheng Lei (Ryan Cheng) as Xiao Jue

Supporting Cast

Zhang Kang Le as Chu Zhao
Zhang Miao Yi as Song Taotao
Li Qing as Cheng Lisu
Bai Shu as He Rufei
Rao Jiadi, Xu Jiaqi, Peter Sheng, Zhang Zhixi, Ma Tianyu, Jiang Chao, Han Dong and others round out the ensemble.

Production Details

Original Novel: The drama is adapted from the popular historical web novel Rebirth of a Star General by Qian Shan Cha Ke, featuring a blend of military rebellion, identity, and romance.

Filming: Principal photography took place from November 28, 2023 to March 20, 2024 at major Chinese historical drama studios, including Hengdian World Studios and Xiangshan Global Studios.

Episodes & Airing

Total Episodes: 36
Episode Length: 45 minutes each
First Aired: August 6, 2025
Final Episode: August 20, 2025
Original Network / Platforms:
- Hunan Television 🇨🇳 – prime terrestrial broadcaster.
- Tencent Video – domestic streaming.
- Mango TV – digital broadcast partner.
- International Streaming: iQIYI International, WeTV, Viki (English subtitles available)

Where to Watch

China:

Hunan Television — National TV broadcast.
Tencent Video — Domestic streaming.
Mango TV — Online option (app availability can vary regionally).

International Platforms:

iQIYI International — English subtitled option.
WeTV — Subtitled streaming in multiple regions.
Viki — Subtitled release in many territories.
Netflix — Select regions carry the series as well.

Why It’s Worth Watching

Strong Female Lead: A bold and capable heroine who defies gender roles to rise as one of history’s most formidable generals.
Epic Historical War & Strategy: Battles, political intrigue, and shifting allegiances make it compelling for fans of military drama.
Romance & Character Chemistry: The evolving dynamic between He Yan and Xiao Jue adds emotional depth to the sweeping war narrative.
Rich World-Building: Combining palace politics, battlefield tactics, and personal redemption arcs.