Yao-Chinese Folktales has eight independent story rooted in traditional Chinese culture
- Created by
- Chen Liaoyu
Seasons and episodes
2 seasons · 17 episodes
Yao-Chinese Folktales 2 is a collection of nine animated shorts brought to life by twelve visionary directors. Building on Chinese imaginative storytelling, it explores diverse themes and artistic styles, blending fantasy, folklore, and all
S2 E1How to Become Three Dragons
Jan 1, 202623 min
This film features 2D cartoon style with meticulous and vibrant brushwork, using a young snake's quest for immortality to explore themes of self-discovery and growth.
S2 E2Man in the Ear
Jan 1, 202622 min
Employs ink-wash sketching and is based on strange tales from "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio", outlining the inner desires of the heart.
S2 E3Today's Zoo
Jan 8, 202622 min
With a retro picture quality and mockumentary style, it reflects individual choices within a fantastical stage.
S2 E4Light Snow
Jan 15, 202622 min
Felt is used as the material to create stop-motion animation, delicately portraying the complex and profound emotional bonds within family affection.
S2 E5San Lang
Jan 22, 202622 min
Combines 2D and 3D animation, featuring desert aesthetics and science fiction elements, as it searches for the inner path home amidst the world of martial arts with flashing blades.
S2 E6The Big Bird
Jan 29, 202628 min
A 2D animated film in a dark fairy tale style, using this dark fairy tale to write a story of a journey of guardianship.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Yao-Chinese Folktales?
- Yao-Chinese Folktales is streaming on Rakuten Viki. Availability is refreshed weekly.
- How many seasons of Yao-Chinese Folktales are there?
- Yao-Chinese Folktales has 2 seasons and 17 episodes. Status: Returning.
- When is the next season of Yao-Chinese Folktales?
- No air date has been announced for the next episode of Yao-Chinese Folktales. Status: Returning. The latest episode aired on February 19, 2026.
- Who stars in Yao-Chinese Folktales?
- Yao-Chinese Folktales stars Lin Qiang, Xing Yunjia, Zhao Mingzhou, Cai Zhuangzhuang, Li Haojia.