A Writer's Odyssey (2021)

Kernel Score: 77% · 357 ratings · Rated R

Genres: Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Drama

Released: 2021-02-12

Runtime: 130 minutes

Where to watch A Writer's Odyssey

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Kongwen Lu is the author of a fantasy novel series following a heroic teenager, also named Kongwen, on a quest to end the tyrannical rule of Lord Redmane, under the guidance of a Black Armor. But through a strange twist of fate, the fantasy world of the novel begins to impact life in the real world, leading Guan Ning to accept a mission from Tu Ling to kill the author.

A Writer's Odyssey parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that A Writer's Odyssey is an R-rated fantasy action film involving a quest to kill an author and battle a tyrant.

  • Violence & scariness: Strong — R-rated fantasy action involving a mission to kill and battles against a tyrannical ruler.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Director

Lu Yang

Cast

  • Lei Jiayin as Guan Ning
  • Yang Mi as Tu Ling
  • Dong Zijian as Lu Kongwen / Kongwen
  • Yu Hewei as Li Mo
  • Wang Shengdi as Xiao Ju Zi
  • Guo Jingfei as The Old Man / Black Armor
  • Yang Yi as Lord Redmane / Yu Changhai
  • Tong Liya as Ban Ruo
  • Liu Tianzuo as The Electric Man
  • Dong Jie as Xiao Yu

A Writer's Odyssey FAQ

Is A Writer's Odyssey good?

A Writer's Odyssey has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 357 audience ratings.

Where can I watch A Writer's Odyssey?

In the US you can stream A Writer's Odyssey on iQIYI, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel, Shout! Factory TV, YouTube Free, Plex and Prime Video (free with ads) and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is A Writer's Odyssey OK for kids?

A Writer's Odyssey is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that A Writer's Odyssey is an R-rated fantasy action film involving a quest to kill an author and battle a tyrant.