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Release Year2013
Runtime1 Season
LanguageMandarin
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, War & Politics
Votes2
DirectorHu Mei
WritersHu Mei
TypeWeb Series
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsCao Cao
About Cao Cao
Cao Cao is a man born into privilege but shaped by the brutal power struggles of his time. Rising through the ranks with his strong leadership, he allies with figures like Yuan Shao and Liu Bei, navigating rebellion, palace intrigue, and war.
Directed by Hu Mei, Cao Cao leans on a strong ensemble — Sun Hongtao, Zhang Yujie, Zhao Lixin — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2013.
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