The BEST episodes of Joy of Life
Every episode of Joy of Life ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Joy of Life!
Fan Xian is born in the ancient empire of Southern Qing with memories of the 21st century. He lives in a rural town as the illegitimate son of the Minister of Finance, raised by his grandmother. His mother, Ye Qingmei was once a celebrated inventor and the founder of the Overwatch Department, the country's spy network but was killed shortly after her son was born. Fan Xian has since been protected by a blind martial arts expert, Wu Zhu, his mother's bodyguard. He learns martial arts and the art of poison as a child, also assisted by his knowledge from the 21st century. After an assassination attempt, he decides to venture into the capital to find out more about his mysterious mother and why anyone would want to kill him, as he perceives himself to be an unimportant person. He also wants to know why he has memories of a sharply different era.
#1 - Episode 28
Season 1 - Episode 28 - Aired 12/30/2019
The Emperor appoints Fan Xian as the lead diplomat for a highly dangerous mission to Northern Qi. He is tasked with escorting high-profile prisoners and securing the release of a captured spy.
#2 - Understanding
Season 2 - Episode 23 - Aired 5/27/2024
#3 - Episode 46
Season 1 - Episode 46 - Aired 1/20/2020
Fan Xian faces a devastating, unforeseen betrayal from within his own trusted ranks. The season ends with a shocking confrontation that leaves his ultimate fate hanging in the balance.
#5 - Episode 25
Season 1 - Episode 25 - Aired 12/24/2019
Following a spectacular display of intellect, Fan Xian's status in the capital reaches new heights. However, this newfound fame makes him an even bigger target for the feuding royal princes.
#8 - Episode 27
Season 1 - Episode 27 - Aired 12/25/2019
The contents of the box are finally revealed, leaving Fan Xian completely stunned. The discovery fundamentally reshapes his understanding of his mother's past and the world he lives in.
#9 - Episode 45
Season 1 - Episode 45 - Aired 1/15/2020
The journey back to the capital is fraught with tension as hidden enemies make their final, desperate moves. A seemingly safe passage quickly turns into a deadly, unavoidable trap.
#15 - Episode 39
Season 1 - Episode 39 - Aired 1/8/2020
The rescue mission sparks intense conflict and absolute chaos within the city streets. Fan Xian must rely on his sharpest tactical instincts and unexpected allies to keep his team alive.
#17 - Episode 19
Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 12/17/2019
Under intense interrogation, Si Lili finally breaks and reveals the true mastermind behind the assassination attempt. Fan Xian is thrown into a terrible moral dilemma when he discovers the culprit's true identity.
#18 - Episode 37
Season 1 - Episode 37 - Aired 1/7/2020
A dangerous alliance is formed with a neglected Northern Qi royal figure. Fan Xian uses this vital connection to create a massive distraction and bypass Shen Zhong's heavy surveillance.
#23 - Episode 16
Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 12/16/2019
Fan Xian's investigation into the assassination plot points toward the famous courtesan Si Lili. Discovering that she is a Northern Qi spy who has just fled the capital, he immediately sets out to track her down.
