Aug 14, 2016 · 40m
A trusted guard kills his king, sealing Juntian’s fall.
Men with Swords
After Yao Guang's king is assassinated, Prince Mu Rong Li disguises himself and allies with rival rulers to resist a Nan Su Kingdom invasion and reclaim his nation.
Created by: Zhao Shiyao
Season 1 Episodes
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Aug 21, 2016 · 40m
A chess prodigy is recruited as war looms.
Aug 28, 2016 · 40m
Political rivals clash as a new kingdom rises.
Sep 4, 2016 · 40m
A young scholar meets a disguised noble spy.
Sep 11, 2016 · 40m
A noble rescues a wary exile from harassment.
Sep 18, 2016 · 40m
A princess aids a musician fleeing unwanted advances.
Sep 25, 2016 · 40m
A beautiful schemer wins a king’s favor.
Oct 2, 2016 · 40m
A king rejects reforms as generals gain power.
Oct 9, 2016 · 40m
Secret pacts spark war and crown a “God of War.”
Oct 16, 2016 · 40m
A court favorite begins ruling in a lazy king’s stead.
Oct 23, 2016 · 40m
A wary envoy sets up a clash between kingdoms.
Oct 30, 2016 · 40m
An envoy urges peace despite public anger.
Nov 6, 2016 · 40m
A clever envoy thwarts danger and earns promotion.
Nov 13, 2016 · 40m
A disgraced scholar manipulates trade for leverage.
Nov 20, 2016 · 40m
Four nations converge for a new king’s coronation.
Nov 27, 2016 · 40m
A sudden animal death sparks war on Tianxuan.
Dec 4, 2016 · 40m
A schemer sows distrust between key allies.
Dec 11, 2016 · 40m
A war is engineered to divide powerful allies.
Dec 18, 2016 · 40m
A rescue mission risks all to save trapped troops.
Dec 25, 2016 · 40m
A general takes the blame to protect his men.
Jan 1, 2017 · 40m
A “God of War” is stripped of command and honor.
Jan 8, 2017 · 40m
A summit warns: unite or face ruin.
Jan 15, 2017 · 40m
Rumors of sorcery cripple a nation’s resolve.
Jan 22, 2017 · 40m
An old general returns to win small victories.
Jan 29, 2017 · 40m
A supply line is cut, bringing a crushing defeat.
Feb 5, 2017 · 40m
A king dies defending his doomed capital.
Feb 12, 2017 · 40m
A schemer pushes Nansu to destroy Tianxuan.
Feb 19, 2017 · 40m
A usurper poisons his king to defy submission.
Feb 26, 2017 · 40m
A missing royal seal sparks a succession crisis.
Mar 5, 2017 · 40m
A poisoned game of chess ends a fragile alliance.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Men with Swords Season 1 premiere?
Men with Swords Season 1 premiered on August 14, 2016.
How many episodes are in Men with Swords Season 1?
Men with Swords Season 1 has 30 episodes.
What is the first episode of Men with Swords Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Episode 1". It aired on August 14, 2016.
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