Tencent Video (腾讯视频) : Home of hit original dramas, exclusive anime, box-office films and live sports.

Launched in 2011, Tencent Video is the streaming arm of the Tencent group, competing with iQIYI and Youku. It offers licensed movies plus in-house original dramas and variety shows.

Hit dramas, anime and live sports stream to phones, smart TVs and browsers, while VIP membership unlocks exclusive originals and ad-free playback.

Outside mainland China, WeTV is the separate international edition; domestically, viewers sign in through QQ or WeChat accounts.

What exclusive content does Tencent Video have?

Tencent Video owns exclusive rights to NBA games in China, produces shows based on popular games (Honor of Kings, Peacekeeper Elite), and dominates the costume drama genre. Hit originals include "Joy of Life," "The Longest Day in Chang'an," and "Master's Sun."

Can I use Tencent Video from overseas?

Tencent Video has international distribution. The WeTV app serves Southeast Asia and other markets. NBA content may be geo-restricted. Original shows typically include English subtitles on the international version. A subscription costs less than Netflix.

How is Tencent Video different from iQIYI?

Tencent Video benefits from deep integration with Tencent's ecosystem- WeChat sharing, QQ music, and gaming IP adaptations. It holds exclusive NBA broadcasting rights in China. It produces hit shows based on Tencent's gaming and anime IP, creating a content flywheel iQIYI lacks.