The King's Face

The King's Face

2014 · 1 season · 24 eps · ★ 5.6 · Drama, History

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Since Kwanghae was born from a concubine and only appointed as Crown Prince in a desperate measure, many dissatisfied officials from Northerner faction often plotted for his assassination and dethronement for 16 years. He also often quarreled with his father, King Seonjo, especially regarding Kim Ga Hee. Both son and father will fight against each other in favor of her. However, he eventually managed to overcome the obstacles by the help of Physiognomist, Kim Do Chi and become the next king. Meanwhile, Gwiin Kim is King Seonjo’s royal concubine.

Directed by Yun Seong-sik

Network: KBS2

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Seo In-guk Prince Gwanghae
Jo Yoon-hee Kim Ga-hee
Lee Sung-jae King Seonjo
Shin Sung-rok Kim Do-chi
Ahn Suk-hwan Yi San-hae
Im Ji-eun Queen Uiin
Kim Gyu-ri Gwi-in Kim
Go Won-hee Queen Inmok
Kim Hee-jung Seo Jabin
Song Young-gyu Nurhaci
Yoo Jun Young King Seon Jo

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