The Wolf () is a 2020 Chinese television series starring Darren Wang, Li Qin, Xiao Zhan, Xin Zhilei, Kuo Shu-yao, and Lin Yo-wei. It was aired on Tencent Video, iQiyi, and Youku on November 19, 2020.
Synopsis
Ma Zhaixing, the daughter of Kuizhou city governor Ma Ying, met a kind-hearted teenage boy who grew up in the mountain forest. When the teenage boy saved a young wolf, he was implicated in a murder and was hunted down, falling off a cliff. He was adopted as a son by Chu Kui, (the emperor of Yang empire) and given the title of Prince Bo. Eight years later, Prince Bo encountered Ma Zhaixing by chance. He liked the wisdom and bravery of Ma Zhaixing. Ma Zhaixing also found that although Prince Bo was in a high status, he still retains his natural kindness and sense of justice. With the support of Ma Zhaixing, Prince Bo opposed harsh governance, helped civilians, supported justice, and prevented brothers from fighting. After going through many trials and tribulations, the two finally had their own happiness.
Cast
Main
Darren Wang as Chu Youwen
Prince Bo, Chu Kui's adoptive son. Li Qin as Ma Zhaixing Daughter of Kuizhou city governor. Xiao Zhan as Ji Chong/Li Ju Yao A bounty hunter whose actual identity is the 2nd Prince of Jin. Xin Zhilei as Yao Ji A killer under Chu Kui who is adept at using poison. Kuo Shu-yao as Yelü Baona A Khitan princess. Lin Yo-wei as Chu Yougui The second son of Chu Kui.
Supporting
Ding Yongdai as Chu Kui
Historical prototype: Zhu Wen
King of Yang kingdom
Yan Shikui as Ma Ying
Governor of Kuizhou city
Zang Hongna as Ma Jing
Descendant of a general
Wang Jiayi as Zhu Youzhen
The fourth son of Chu Kui
Ma Dongchen as Mo Xiao
Prince Bo's guard, the leader of the Night Fury. Zhang Xin as Wen Yan Prince Bo's guard, a warrior of Night Fury. Zhao Cuiwei as Hai Die A warrior of Night Fury. Shi Liang as Li Cunxu King of Jin kingdom Gong Zhengnan as Li Jiji The first son of Li Cunxu.
Soundtrack
The soundtrack album The Wolf Original Television Series Soundtrack was digitally released on November 22, 2020 at NetEast Music and Migu Music in mainland China. The album was divided into two parts, only "Part 1" needs to be paid, "Part 2" is free listening and free download. On December 24, 2020, the album was officially released worldwide.
Production
The series was filmed in various locations in China from April to September 2017. They stayed at Shangri-La City in Yunnan and Xiangshan Film and Television Town in Zhejiang.