
The King in Love
왕은 사랑한다
In feudal Korea, a crown prince's lust for conquest is put to the test by his friendship with a noble bodyguard and the arrival of a beautiful noblewoman.
Set during the Goryeo dynasty, Won, crown prince, has a sweet appearance hiding a lust for conquest. He is best friends with Rin, an elegant man of royal descent and Won's bodyguard. When beautiful San, the sole daughter of the wealthiest man in the nation, enters the lives of the two young men, the three at first become friends but a tragic romance ensues afterwards. Based on the novel of the same name by Kim Yi-Ryung.
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Mood Rationale & Viewing Guide: Should You Watch The King in Love?
Within our mood classification system, The King in Love aligns strongest with a sad / chill / romantic viewing mood (emotional stories that resonate deeply and move you to tears). Key tonal signals include dark romance, revenge drama, must watch, underrated gem, feudal korea, slow burn, making it a strong pick when you want a story driven by those themes without spoilers.
Watch If…
- •You want a drama k-drama released in 2017.
- •You enjoy themes centered on dark romance, revenge drama, must watch, underrated gem.
- •You want a self-contained story that matches your current mood.
Skip If…
- •You are looking for a purely lighthearted, zero-stress comfort watch without dark or tense themes.
- •You only watch completed stories and prefer not to wait for upcoming episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The King in Love
Where can I watch The King in Love (2017) legally online?
The King in Love is available through official platforms including Viki. Use the streaming links on this page to open the licensed release directly.
What mood and genres does The King in Love fit best?
The King in Love is classified under Drama and best matches a sad or chill or romantic mood, featuring elements of dark romance, revenge drama, must watch, underrated gem, feudal korea.
How many episodes does The King in Love have?
The King in Love (2017) is currently marked as ongoing.
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