Another historical drama framing its plotline around actually documented events and personalities, and with similar attention to realism in detail. Both dramas heavily emphasize historical accuracy but maintain watchable plotlines. Swords Into Ploughshares is set in the period preceding the Song, which is when Serenade of Peaceful Joy is set.
Intelligent political drama, also set in late imperial China, with a similar focus on the relationship between an emperor and his officials.
High-quality period detective drama with a similarly small, focused cast, tight plot, and case-solving structure.
