Short Drama

The Emperor Who Meant to Fail

155EPISODES

The Emperor Who Meant to Fail is a 155-episode short drama streaming in English on Dramaflix — every short series from 45+ platforms for just $12 a month.

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Plot

Chu Tianque, a modern salaryman turned emperor, tries to ruin his kingdom to return home. However, his self-destructive schemes backfire into success thanks to a beautiful spy's reverse help. His court hails his chaos as divine wisdom, accidentally leading the dying empire into a golden age.

Source platformDramaWave

LanguageEnglish dub / subtitles

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch The Emperor Who Meant to Fail?

The Emperor Who Meant to Fail streams in English on Dramaflix; its source platform is DramaWave. A Dramaflix subscription covers every short series from 45+ platforms.

How much does it cost to watch The Emperor Who Meant to Fail?

On Dramaflix, The Emperor Who Meant to Fail is included in a single $12/month plan that covers all short series from 45+ platforms. Watching it on DramaWave alone costs $24.99 a month — Dramaflix is $12.99 cheaper per month.

Is The Emperor Who Meant to Fail on Dramaflix?

Yes, The Emperor Who Meant to Fail is in the Dramaflix catalog with all episodes available in English.

How many episodes does The Emperor Who Meant to Fail have?

The Emperor Who Meant to Fail is a short (vertical) mini series with 155 episodes in total.

Is The Emperor Who Meant to Fail dubbed or subtitled in English?

The Emperor Who Meant to Fail is available on Dramaflix with English dubbing and/or English subtitles.

What is The Emperor Who Meant to Fail about?

Streaming info last updated: October 4, 2026