The Apothecary Diaries (Franchise)

The Apothecary Diaries is a Japanese anime series set in a fictional country inspired by Imperial China, following Maomao, a young woman with medical knowledge who becomes involved in the Emperor’s palace. Its first two seasons aired from 2023 to 2025, with Crunchyroll and Netflix handling international streaming in various regions. A third season was announced for October 2026, alongside an original anime film, *The Deceased Empress’ Treasure*, scheduled for December 2026.