Captivating the King — Season 1
01 Episode 1
Jan 21, 20241h 9m★ 8.0
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.
02 Episode 2
Jan 21, 20241h 15m★ 8.0
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.
03 Episode 3
Jan 27, 20241h 7m★ 9.0
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.
04 Episode 4
Jan 28, 20241h 18m★ 9.0
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.
05 Episode 5
Feb 2, 20241h 6m★ 9.0
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.
06 Episode 6
Feb 3, 20241h 14m★ 9.0
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.
07 Episode 7
Feb 8, 20241h 6m★ 9.0
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.
08 Episode 8
Feb 9, 20241h 11m★ 10.0
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.
09 Episode 9
Feb 10, 20241h 8m★ 8.0
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.
10 Episode 10
Feb 10, 20241h 13m★ 9.0
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.
11 Episode 11
Feb 17, 20241h 12m★ 9.0
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.
12 Episode 12
Feb 18, 20241h 17m★ 9.0
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.
13 Episode 13
Feb 24, 20241h 12m★ 9.0
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.
14 Episode 14
Feb 25, 20241h 14m★ 9.0
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.
15 Episode 15
Mar 2, 20241h 17m
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.
16 Episode 16
Mar 3, 20241h 13m
Despite Yi In’s opposition, Hee-soo embarks on a dangerous journey to visit her father. But as months pass, their reunion remains uncertain.