Jan 21, 2024 · 1h 9m
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.
Captivating the King
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.
Created by: Cho Nam-guk, Kim Seon-deok
Season 1 Episodes
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Jan 21, 2024 · 1h 15m
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 27, 2024 · 1h 7m
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 28, 2024 · 1h 18m
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.
Feb 2, 2024 · 1h 6m
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 3, 2024 · 1h 14m
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 8, 2024 · 1h 6m
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 9, 2024 · 1h 11m
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 10, 2024 · 1h 8m
Feb 10, 2024 · 1h 13m
Feb 17, 2024 · 1h 12m
Feb 18, 2024 · 1h 17m
Feb 24, 2024 · 1h 12m
Feb 25, 2024 · 1h 14m
Mar 2, 2024 · 1h 17m
Mar 3, 2024 · 1h 13m
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Captivating the King Season 1 premiere?
Captivating the King Season 1 premiered on January 21, 2024.
How many episodes are in Captivating the King Season 1?
Captivating the King Season 1 has 16 episodes.
What is the first episode of Captivating the King Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Episode 1". It aired on January 21, 2024.
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