About this series
When the crown prince is killed, his twin sister assumes the throne while trying to keep her identity and affection for her first love a royal secret.
Quick facts
First aired
2021
Seasons
1
Episodes
20
TMDB Rating
⭐ 8.1/10
Votes
295
Genre
Drama
Status
Ended
Network
KBS2
Creator
Language
KO
Seasons & Episodes
S01E01
Episode 1
Years after the crown princess delivers forbidden twins, Yi Hwi meets a court maid who looks exactly like him, to his amazement and his mother’s horror.
S01E02
Episode 2
Dam-i tearfully bears the weight of the crown in guise of her brother. Jung Ji-un races against time to find a herbal remedy for a peeved patient.
S01E03
Episode 3
Hwi spares Ji-un his life thinking they won't ever cross paths again. Later, she's startled to see him lurking inside the palace walls.
S01E04
Episode 4
Ji-un proves to be a formidable opponent for Hwi, who's determined to make her newest royal tutor resign. Yi Hyun takes Hwi out on the town.
S01E05
Episode 5
Ji-un's good-hearted attempt to make his pupil warm up to people in the palace goes awry. Prince Changun tests Hwi with an intoxicating surprise.
S01E06
Episode 6
A familiar book on the crown prince's desk baffles Ji-un. Running out of time and the means to save his friends, he asks Hwi for help.
S01E07
Episode 7
Hwi earns a chance to gain the king's trust during the Ming envoys' visit, but an ill-tempered guest tests the limits of her patience.
S01E08
Episode 8
Ji-un comforts a tearful Hwi in his arms. Hyun and Ji-un team up to figure out the envoy's secret after a suspicious man visits his quarters.
S01E09
Episode 9
The queen dowager tells the crown prince to wed. As Ji-un recalls previous night's events, he realizes the reason behind his rollercoaster of emotions.
S01E10
Episode 10
After a joyous day together, Hwi gives Ji-un her answer. Shin So-eun and No Ha-gyeong visit the palace as candidates to become the next crown princess.
S01E11
Episode 11
Hyun visits Ji-un at his new clinic. A furious Hwi holds Prince Changun accountable for his wrongdoing, and faces staggering backlash as a result.
S01E12
Episode 12
The king is asked to answer to overwhelming appeals for the crown prince's removal. Reentering the palace, Ji-un promises to protect Hwi no matter what.
S01E13
Episode 13
Hwi carefully reveals her secret to Ji-un. Lord Sangheon unleashes his royal ambitions and makes way for the future king.
S01E14
Episode 14
Hwi and Ha-gyeong spend their first night together. Reinstated into a palace operating around Lord Sangheon, Ji-un lies low to serve the wounded king.
S01E15
Episode 15
Moving in silence, Hwi strategizes retaliation against her grandfather. Kim Ga-on reappears in front of the king with a startling confession.
S01E16
Episode 16
Yoon Hyeong-seol sets out to find the damning ledger and keep his promise to the king. Prince Wonsan puts two and two together about Hwi's identity.
S01E17
Episode 17
Rumors about Hwi and Ji-un's close relationship circulate amongst the palace staff. To protect his son, Jung Seok-jo takes matters into his own hands.
S01E18
Episode 18
Hyun and Lord Sangheon learn of Prince Wonsan's secret ploy to dethrone the king. Hwi prepares to take down her grandfather — alone.
S01E19
Episode 19
Prince Wonsan ruthlessly proves his ambitions — and worthiness — for kingship to Lord Sangheon. Hwi prepares to abdicate the throne.
S01E20
Episode 20
Returning to the palace with a vengeance and an army, Lord Sangheon and Prince Wonsan spare no one in their bloody path to the crown.
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Cast
love triangle
romance
teacher
cross dressing
historical fiction
twins
historical
first love
child abandonment
hidden identity
joseon dynasty (1392–1910)
gender bender
Questions about The King's Affection
How many seasons does The King's Affection have?
The King's Affection has 1 season and 20 episodes total.
Who created The King's Affection?
The King's Affection was created by Han Hee-jung and first aired in 2021.
What genre is The King's Affection?
The King's Affection is a Drama series.
Who stars in The King's Affection?
The cast of The King's Affection includes Park Eun-bin, Rowoon, Nam Yoon-su, Bae Yoon-kyung, Choi Byung-chan.
What is the TMDB rating for The King's Affection?
The King's Affection has a TMDB rating of 8.1/10 based on 295 votes.
