TV series
The King in Love
2017, Korean, on MBC. Created by Song Ji-na.
Set during the Goryeo dynasty, Won, crown prince, has a sweet appearance hiding a lust for conquest. He is best friends with Rin, an elegant man of royal descent and Won's bodyguard. When beautiful San, the sole daughter of the wealthiest man in the nation, enters the lives of the two young men, the three at first become friends but a tragic romance ensues afterwards. Based on the novel of the same name by Kim Yi-Ryung.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 40
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 2017
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Latest episode
S1 E40: Episode 40
Aired 19 September 2017
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Song Ji-naCreator
- Yim Si-wanWang Won · 40 ep
- YoonaEun San · 40 ep
- Hong Jong-hyunWang Rin · 40 ep
- Park Hwan-heeWang Dan · 40 ep
- Oh Min-sukSong In · 40 ep
- Yoon Jong-hoonWang Jeon · 40 ep
- Jung Bo-seokKing Chungnyeol · 40 ep
- Jang Young-namPrincess Wonsung · 40 ep
- Lee Ki-youngEun Young-Baek · 40 ep
- Uhm Hyo-seopLee Seung-Hyoo · 40 ep
- Park Young-woonMoo Suk · 40 ep
- Choo Soo-hyunOk Boo Yong · 40 ep
Details
- First aired
- 17 July 2017
- Last aired
- 19 September 2017
- Network
- MBC
- Original title
- 왕은 사랑한다
- Language
- Korean
- Country
- South Korea
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-14
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What The King in Love is based on
The King in Love is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The King in Love: quick answers
Is The King in Love worth watching?
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How many seasons of The King in Love are there?
The King in Love has 1 season and 40 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The King in Love finished?
Yes. The King in Love ended in 2017, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The King in Love on?
The King in Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
The King in Love parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The King in Love is rated TV-14. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The King in Love?
If you liked The King in Love, try Scarlet Heart: Ryeo, My Country: The New Age, Empress Ki.
Who created The King in Love?
The King in Love was created by Song Ji-na and stars Yim Si-wan, Yoona, Hong Jong-hyun.
What is The King in Love based on?
The King in Love is adapted from a novel.