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Captivating the King

Captivating the King
★ 7.7/10•2024•1h 10m•TV-PG•Drama•War & Politics•Mystery
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The one who messed up the world, the one who messed up the heart.

Amid a royal and political power struggle, a king entangles with an intriguing woman — whose hidden desire for revenge transforms into unintended love.

StatusEnded
Runtime1h 10m
LanguageKO
First Air DateJan 21, 2024

Episodes

Episode 1 - Episode 1E169m

Episode 1

After a Qing-mandated exile, Grand Prince Jinhan returns to a hostile palace. He later encounters an intriguing baduk player who proves to be elusive.

Jan 21, 2024

Episode 2 - Episode 2E275m

Episode 2

After facing Yi In in a game of baduk, Kang Hee-soo develops feelings for him. Meanwhile, Yi Seon grows increasingly ill, creating a succession crisis.

Jan 21, 2024

Episode 3 - Episode 3E367m

Episode 3

Kim Myung-ha urges Hee-soo to stop her ruse. When a royal crisis arises, Kang Hang-soon performs a selfless act — but Kim Jong-bae schemes against Yi In.

Jan 27, 2024

Episode 4 - Episode 4E478m

Episode 4

After a confrontation with Yi Seon, Yi In ascends to the throne — but not without opposition. In the process, he cruelly turns a blind eye to Hee-soo.

Jan 28, 2024

Episode 5 - Episode 5E566m

Episode 5

Yi In summons Myung-ha to the palace and appoints him to a special role. To get the attention of the king, Hee-soo takes part in the baduk examination.

Feb 2, 2024

Episode 6 - Episode 6E674m

Episode 6

Hee-soo receives a stern warning from Yi In upon becoming his official baduk companion, later becoming entangled in a political ploy by the queen dowager.

Feb 3, 2024

Episode 7 - Episode 7E766m

Episode 7

Yi In begins to suspect a suspicious relationship between Myung-ha and Hee-soo. Later, Hee-soo joins the Grand Prince on a royal trip with the King.

Feb 8, 2024

Episode 8 - Episode 8E871m

Episode 8

After rumors of Yi In's affection toward Hee-soo spread like wildfire, the palace arranges a royal night of intimacy for him — despite true feelings.

Feb 9, 2024

Episode 9 - Episode 9E968m

Episode 9

After a night of intimacy, Yi In and Hee-soo navigate their complicated feelings. In an attempt to oust Hee-soo, Park Jong-hwan wages a bet with Yi In.

Feb 10, 2024

Episode 10 - Episode 10E1073m

Episode 10

The Qing makes a contentious demand, and Yi In's decision in the matter forces Hee-soo to carry out her own plan — but last-minute complications arise.

Feb 10, 2024

Episode 11 - Episode 11E1172m

Episode 11

As Jong-hwan gets close to catching the faux-princess, Hee-soo puts her faith in Yi In — struggling with her growing feelings for him.

Feb 17, 2024

Episode 12 - Episode 12E1277m

Episode 12

After lightning ignites a fire, Yi In sees it as a sign from above. As Queen Oh's health falters, Hee-soo strives to protect the Grand Prince's fate.

Feb 18, 2024

Episode 13 - Episode 13E1372m

Episode 13

A last-minute change of heart gravely injures Hee-soo — prompting questions around her gender. Later, Yi In reveals the fate of her father to her.

Feb 24, 2024

Episode 14 - Episode 14E1474m

Episode 14

In a vulnerable moment, Yi In shares the secret of his ascension with Hee-soo. Jong-hwan plans a counterattack for Yi In's investigation of past events.

Feb 25, 2024

Episode 15 - Episode 15E1577m

Episode 15

After Senior Court Lady Dong's tragedy, Yi In aims to punish the one responsible. Queen Dowager Park finally learns the truth about Hee-soo's gender.

Mar 2, 2024

Episode 16 - Episode 16E1673m

Episode 16

Despite Yi In’s opposition, Hee-soo embarks on a dangerous journey to visit her father. But as months pass, their reunion remains uncertain.

Mar 3, 2024

Actors

Cho Jung-seok

Cho Jung-seok

Lee In

Shin Sae-kyeong

Shin Sae-kyeong

Kang Hee-Soo

Lee Sin-young

Lee Sin-young

Kim Myeong-ha

Park Ye-yeong

Park Ye-yeong

Dong Sang-gung

Cho Seong-ha

Cho Seong-ha

Kim Jong-bae

Choi Dae-hoon

Choi Dae-hoon

Yi Seon

Lee Gyu-hoe

Lee Gyu-hoe

Park Jong-hwan

Jeong Seok-yong

Jeong Seok-yong

Se Dong

Na Hyun-woo

Na Hyun-woo

Chu Dal-ha

Yang Kyung-won

Yang Kyung-won

Yoo Hyun-bo

Jang Young-nam

Jang Young-nam

Royal Queen Dowager Park

Kang Hong-suk

Kang Hong-suk

Joo Sang-Hwa

Son Hyun-joo

Son Hyun-joo

Kang Hang Soon

Jeon Su-ji

Jeon Su-ji

Court Lady Han

An Si-ha

An Si-ha

Queen Kim

Kim Bo-yoon

Kim Bo-yoon

Bun-Young

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