How long does it take to watch all of The Apothecary Diaries?

26 Hours 30 Min for the 53 episodes aired so far.

When does The Apothecary Diaries get good?

Season 2. Season 1 averages 7.9, and Season 2 climbs to 8.5.

What is the best season of The Apothecary Diaries?

Season 2, averaging 8.5 across its episodes.

Where To Watch The Apothecary Diaries

The Apothecary Diaries is listed on Netflix.

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Running
Since 2023
3 Seasons
62 Episodes
30 Min
Anime, Romance, Mystery, History

The Verdict On The Apothecary Diaries

26 Hours 30 MinTo Watch 53 Episodes

Hours You Watch A Day

7.9S1 8.5S2

When It Gets Good: Season 2. Season 1 averages 7.9, and Season 2 climbs to 8.5.
Best Season: Season 2, averaging 8.5.

Best Episodes Only, 5 Hours

Short on time? Watch just these 10.

S1 E4 The Threat 8.6
S2 E6 The Crystal Pavilion, for the Third Time 8.6
S2 E7 The Shrine of Choosing 8.8
S2 E11 The Hunt 9.0
S2 E12 Ka Zuigetsu 9.2
S2 E19 Festival 8.8
S2 E20 The Stronghold 9.0
S2 E22 Royal Guard 8.8
S2 E23 The Shi Clan 9.2
S2 E24 The Beginning 9.2

Safe To Skip

The lowest rated, well under the show's 8.2 average.

About The Apothecary Diaries

Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she's sold as a lowly servant to the emperor's palace. But she wasn't meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she's making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!

Next up, Season 3 Episode 6, The Paper Village, airs November 6, 2026.

Highest rated episode, Season 2 Episode 12, Ka Zuigetsu, at 9.2.

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