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Format
web series (ONA)
Episodes
16
Episode length
20 min
Total watch time
5 h 20 min
Status
Finished
Aired
September 30, 2025 – January 2, 2026
Source
Manga
Director
Yong Yang
Original creator
Mo Fei
Country
China
AniList score
63/100
Estimated watch time
5h 20m
⚡ 4 days at 5 eps/day

Tags & Tropes

Martial Arts79%Male Protagonist79%Primarily Adult Cast60%Zombie60%Ghost50%Wuxia20%
ONAFINISHEDRelease date TBA 6.3 / 10 AniList score

The Chosen One

谷围南亭• Gu Wei Nan Ting
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Synopsis

The story is about a university student named Gao Ying, who happened to be staying at a hotel in an old town with many mysteries and suddenly got caught up in a conflict, a disaster from hundred of years ago. Here, for the first time ever, the truth of the world will be revealed to his eyes. A mysterious story filled with spiritual elements and humor.

Should you watch The Chosen One?

The Chosen One has been met with mixed reactions, with an average AniList score of 63/100 — 48% of 134 ratings are 8/10 or higher.

Of the 572 AniList users who started it, 7.5% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 208 have finished it.

At about 5 h 20 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.

Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Comedy, Mystery — especially martial arts, male protagonist, primarily adult cast, zombie.

Where to Watch Officially

Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.

Creators & key staff

Original creator
Mo Fei
Director
Yong Yang

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The Chosen One FAQ

How many episodes does The Chosen One have?

The Chosen One has 16 episodes of about 20 minutes each, roughly 5 h 20 min in total.

How long does it take to watch The Chosen One?

About 5 h 20 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 8 days; at one hour a day, about 6 days.

Is The Chosen One finished?

Yes. The Chosen One has finished airing — the final episode aired January 2, 2026.

Is there a season 2 of The Chosen One?

No sequel is listed for The Chosen One as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.

Is The Chosen One based on a manga?

Yes. The Chosen One adapts the manga by Mo Fei.

Where can I watch The Chosen One?

The Chosen One is listed on Tencent Video, WeTV. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.