The Crowned Clown
Overview
Set during a tumultuous period in Joseon history, power struggles and conspiracies threaten the stability of the throne. To evade assassination attempts, the king cleverly substitutes himself with a clown who bears an uncanny resemblance to him. This daring move leads to a web of deception and intrigue, as the clown must navigate the treacherous political landscape while the real king hides in the shadows. Tensions rise as both men confront their identities and the consequences of their choices in a kingdom on the brink of chaos.
Episodes
-
1
The Monkey’s Hair
Title: The Monkey’s Hair Plot: Tormented by the specters of betrayal and the memory of his slain brother, Heon struggles to find solace in sleep. I...
-
2
For the Ways to Survive in the Palace
Upon spotting Ha Seon, Heon quickly exits the palace. Eunuch Cho and Lee Kyu begin coaching Ha Seon to flawlessly impersonate the King. As Ha Seon sta...
-
3
The Hunt
Title: The Pursuit Plot: Ha Seon makes his way back to the palace, plotting his vengeance against Shin Yi Gyum and his supporters. As this unfolds, c...
-
4
The Price of Being a King
Title: The Cost of Royalty Plot: After sharing a cup of tea with the Queen, Seon Hwa Dang becomes gravely ill, leading to a poisoning scandal that sp...
-
5
The Daedong Group
Title: The Daedong Group Plot: In an effort to tackle the taxation dilemma, Lee Kyu and Ha Seon seek the expertise of Joo Ho Geol, a brilliant mat...
-
6
Mistaken
Ha Seon is left feeling dejected despite the Queen's kind words, fully aware that her affections are meant for the true king and not for him. At the s...
-
7
The Return
Thanks to Dal Rae's assistance, Heon manages to flee the temple and makes his way back to the palace. He is enraged by the transformation of the Queen...
-
8
The Power To Protect The People I Cherish
Officer Jang discovers that Ha Seon is alive and promptly informs Lee Kyu and Eunuch Cho. Meanwhile, Heon feels a deep sense of betrayal from the Quee...
-
9
A Clown Knows How to Put a Play on Any Stage
Following his demotion, Lord Shin pays a visit to Lord Jinpyeong to share his ideas. He grows increasingly wary of Ha Seon’s true identity and instr...
-
10
You Will Always be a Fake King to Her
Lee Kyu is taken aback by the growing bond between the Queen and Ha Seon. He advises Ha Seon to set aside his romantic feelings if he wants to truly e...
-
11
The Queen Leave the Palace
After realizing the true nature of her feelings, So Woon makes the tough choice to depart from the palace. Ha Seon stands firm against the idea of rem...
-
12
Procession
Title: Procession Plot: Concerned for her citizens, Ha Seon chooses to accompany the Queen to the marketplace. Meanwhile, Dal Rae and Gab Soo learn f...
-
13
The Flower Tea That Cause Infertility
In the palace, Ha Seon, now crowned as king, wields his newfound power to confront his adversaries head-on. Determined to protect the ones he loves, h...
-
14
The Deposition of Queen Dowager
Upon learning of Lord Yoo's demise, Ha Seon and Lee Kyu pressure the Queen Dowager to admit her wrongdoings so they can remove her from power. During ...
-
15
Ignore Them for Good
Ha Seon decides to confront the rebel forces directly, summoning them to the palace alongside Lee Kyu for a morning meeting. Meanwhile, while Lee Kyu ...
-
16
I Will Come Back for You
Thanks to Lee Kyu's brave sacrifice, Ha Seon manages to bring justice to those who plotted against him. After quelling the rebellion, he shines like t...
