Netflix's little-known period drama Perfect Match has garnered widespread acclaim, with viewers calling it 'way better than Bridgerton' and comparing it to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. The Chinese-language series, directed by Yang Huan, launched exclusively on Netflix and has captivated audiences worldwide.
Plot and Setting
The series comprises 36 episodes, each approximately 50 minutes long. Set during the reign of Renzong in the Northern Song Dynasty, it follows the Li family as matriarch Madame Li moves her five daughters from Luoyang to Bianjing to find them suitable husbands. The official plot states: 'Wealthy Mrs. Li moves her family from Luoyang to Bianjing to find husbands for her five daughters. Despite initial struggles, the family works together to establish a business and search for suitable matches.'
Cast and Production
The show features an accomplished cast including Lu Yu-xiao, Wang Xing-yue, Ni Hong-jie, Liu Xie-ning, Chen He-yi, Wu Xuan-yi, Huang Sheng-chi, Ke Ying, Liang Yong-qi, Huang Yang Tian-tian, and Dong Si-cheng. Viewers have praised the costumes and sets for bringing ancient China to life.
Fan Reactions
One IMDB user review says: 'Way better than Bridgerton. Unlike the western counterpart, this series is tasteful, funny and full of drama. The characters are likeable and you just can't help but love all the different dynamics. The plot is really engaging and has some really lovely moments between different characters. The costumes and sets are very well done and help to bring ancient China to life. What I really like about the show is that it is not vulgar, has no nudity or foul language. I would 100% recommend this show as I could not stop watching it. Loved it!'
Another viewer said: 'For Jane Austen fans and everyone else who loves a good story. It was so good that when I finished the last of the 36 episodes, I went back to the beginning and started all over again. The writing and the acting were both top-notch. Would love to see more dramas like this.'
A fan of the series added: 'British period dramas when well done are the gold standard of entertainment for me. My first Chinese period drama and I was enchanted by this perfectly lovely adaptation of Pride and Prejudice!'
One IMDB user review reads: 'Perfect Match is a perfect series. So I chance upon Perfect Match on Netflix and instantly fell in love with characters from the first episode. It kind of reminds me of Pride and Prejudice. The characters are stunning and talented.'
While another glowing review states: 'Pride and prejudice in ancient China. A mother with five daughters doing all that she can so her children can prosper. Enemies to lovers, plenty of drama, twists and turns. Amazing sets, beautiful costumes, hairstyles and adornments. I'm obsessed and eagerly await each new episode. If you like period love stories, this is the one for you! A wonderful experience for my first c-drama!!'
Perfect Match is available to stream on Netflix.
