Captivating the King

Season 1

2024 · 16 episodes · 19h 12m in all · 8.9/10

Episodes

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   1. Episode 1

   21 Jan 2024 · 69 min · 8.0/10

   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.

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   2. Episode 2

   21 Jan 2024 · 75 min · 8.0/10

   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.

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   3. Episode 3

   27 Jan 2024 · 67 min · 9.0/10

   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.

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   4. Episode 4

   28 Jan 2024 · 78 min · 9.0/10

   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.

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   5. Episode 5

   2 Feb 2024 · 66 min · 9.0/10

   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.

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   6. Episode 6

   3 Feb 2024 · 74 min · 9.0/10

   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.

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   7. Episode 7

   8 Feb 2024 · 66 min · 9.0/10

   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.

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   8. Episode 8

   9 Feb 2024 · 71 min · 10.0/10

   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.

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   9. Episode 9

   10 Feb 2024 · 68 min · 8.0/10

   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.

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    10. Episode 10

    10 Feb 2024 · 73 min · 9.0/10

    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.

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    11. Episode 11

    17 Feb 2024 · 72 min · 9.0/10

    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.

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    12. Episode 12

    18 Feb 2024 · 77 min · 9.0/10

    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.

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    13. Episode 13

    24 Feb 2024 · 72 min · 9.0/10

    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.

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    14. Episode 14

    25 Feb 2024 · 74 min · 9.0/10

    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.

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    15. Episode 15

    2 Mar 2024 · 77 min

    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.

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    16. Episode 16

    3 Mar 2024 · 73 min

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