For the Sake of the Republic (2003)
For the Sake of the Republic is a 2003 Chinese-language drama series created by Zhang Li. It stars Lü Zhong, Wang Bing and Sun Chun.
Towards the Republic, also known as For the Sake of the Republic and Zou Xiang Gong He, is a Chinese historical television series first broadcast on CCTV in China from April to May 2003. The series is based on events that occurred in China between the late 19th century and early 20th century that led to the collapse of the Qing Dynasty and the founding of the Republic of China. Owing to its portrayal of historical issues deemed politically sensitive by the Chinese government, the series has been subject to censorship in mainland China.
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What is For the Sake of the Republic about?
Towards the Republic, also known as For the Sake of the Republic and Zou Xiang Gong He, is a Chinese historical television series first broadcast on CCTV in China from April to May 2003. The series is based on events that occurred in China between the late 19th century and early 20th century that led to the collapse of the Qing Dynasty and the founding of the Republic of China. Owing to its portrayal of historical issues deemed politically sensitive by the Chinese government, the series has been subject to censorship in mainland China.
When was For the Sake of the Republic released?
For the Sake of the Republic was released on 12 April 2003.
How many episodes does For the Sake of the Republic have?
For the Sake of the Republic has 68 episodes across 1 seasons.
Who made For the Sake of the Republic?
For the Sake of the Republic was created by Zhang Li.
Cast
- Lü Zhong as 慈禧太后 Empress Cixi
- Wang Bing as 李鸿章 Li Hongzhang
- Sun Chun as 袁世凯 Yuan Shikai
- Ma Shaohua as 孙文 Sun Yat-sen
- Li Guangjie as 光绪皇帝 Guangxu Emperor
- Liao Bingyan as 张之洞 Zhang Zhidong
- Xu Min as 奕劻 Yikuang
- Ge Zhijun as 荣禄 Ronglu
- Sun Ning as 康有为 Kang Youwei
- Zhang Hongrui as 梁启超 Liang Qichao
- Zheng Yu as 徐世昌 Xu Shichang
- Tian Xiaojie as 辜鸿铭 Gu Hongming
