From ‘slop’ to prime time: how AI dramas are shaking up China’s TV industry
- Posted on September 5, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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China's television landscape undergoes significant transformation as artificial intelligence enters mainstream production. A fully computer-generated adaptation of the classic Journey to the West series, comprising 30 episodes, marks a pivotal moment in entertainment history. This development reflects evolving production economics where AI technology reduces costs and accelerates content creation timelines. Industry analysts suggest this trend will reshape casting decisions, scriptwriting processes, and studio workflows across Asia's largest media markets.
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