I just started this drama. The first episode feels really uneven. The ML did a great job playing his stoic no-nonsense…
This is not a thriller, but not a pure action drama either. Shortly, yes you need to adjust. It's a kind of family drama about parents love, comedy, and friendship. Action is part of it for a reason. I wrote a comment just before you, if you want to check, that describing what kind of K Drama it is and what you will see if you decide to watch it without spoilers.
I had no idea what to expect, but this turned out to be a very enjoyable surprise. It perfectly blends, action, comedy, friendship, and family values into a fun and entertaining story that never loses its pace.
The chemistry between the cast is excellent, and the comedic timing is one of the drama's biggest strengths. Choi Dae Hoon and Park Jin U was my favourite comedian characters. The action sequences are exciting without becoming overly violent, making it an easy and enjoyable watch.
While the story isn't particularly deep and a few plot points require some suspension of disbelief, it never stopped me from wanting to watch the next episode.
A lighthearted, feel-good action comedy, that kept me entertained from beginning to the end. Definitely recommended! 9/10
Some dramas entertain you. Others completely immerse you in their world. The East Palace belongs to the second category.💯
From the very first episode, I found myself completely captivated. I didn't just watch the story, I felt like I was living inside its world. When a drama can make you forget everything around you and lose yourself in its atmosphere, it has achieved something truly special.
Although it is categorized as horror, I never felt fear or disgust. Instead, it offered a beautifully crafted artistic experience. The supernatural elements created mystery and wonder rather than relying on cheap scares, making the series accessible even for viewers who are not usually fans of the horror genre.
Visually, this is one of the most stunning Korean dramas I have ever watched. The cinematography is breathtaking, with beautiful colors, striking contrast, elegant lighting, and carefully composed shots that often feel like works of art. Combined with an exceptional musical score, immersive sound design, magnificent costumes, impressive visual effects, and outstanding production quality, every episode feels like a high-budget cinematic experience rather than a television series.
The writing is equally impressive. The story maintains suspense while developing its characters naturally, balancing mystery, emotion, fantasy, and historical atmosphere without ever losing its rhythm. Every element works together seamlessly.
The performances are outstanding across the entire cast. Every actor brings authenticity and emotional depth to their role, making the characters feel believable despite the supernatural setting.
What impressed me most is how modern this drama feels while remaining a period piece. It successfully combines the beauty of a historical setting with contemporary cinematic storytelling, creating a unique viewing experience.
And also, GgeoMeokSaLi, completely stole my heart. This adorable little spirit added warmth, humor, and charm to the story, proving that even the smallest character can leave one of the biggest impressions.
For me, The East Palace is much more than a horror drama. It is an artistic, immersive, and unforgettable journey that stayed with me long after the final episode. A true masterpiece, and without hesitation, ❤️10/10.
Until Six Flying Dragons, I had somehow never watched Yoo Ah-in, and now I genuinely wonder how I missed an actor with such extraordinary talent.
His portrayal of Yi Bang-won is one of the finest performances I have ever seen in a Korean drama. He didn't just play the role—he completely embodied the character, capturing every stage of his journey with remarkable intelligence, emotional depth, charisma, vulnerability, and intensity. I found myself completely immersed in every scene he was in.
What impressed me most is that he possesses a rare and distinctive acting talent. Performances like this deserve to be recognized and remembered. After watching him as Yi Bang-won, I truly believe his name deserves even greater recognition among the finest actors of Korean cinema and television.
This performance made me want to explore the rest of his filmography. Thank you for bringing such an unforgettable historical figure to life.
An exceptional historical drama that delivers on every level: writing, direction, character development, emotional depth, and acting.
What makes this series truly special is that it is not only a story about the creation of Joseon, power struggles, and politics. It is a story about different visions for the future of a nation, the people who shaped history, and the sacrifices behind great changes.
The writing is outstanding, with complex characters who are neither simply good nor bad. Each person has their own beliefs, motivations, struggles, and reasons for the choices they make. This makes the story feel deeply human and allows the audience to understand different perspectives.
The entire cast delivered excellent performances and brought these historical and fictional characters to life with great intensity and sincerity. However, six performances were especially memorable for me.
Yoo Ah-in’s portrayal of was truly exceptional. I will never forget this acting performance! 👏🏻 He captured the intelligence, ambition, emotions, inner conflicts, and transformation of this historical figure in an unforgettable way. He did not only portray a future king, but the human being behind the historical reputation. His ability to show both the strength and vulnerability of Yi Bang-won made this one of the most fascinating characters I have encountered.
Byun Yo-han as Lee Bang-ji (“Viper”) was another outstanding performance. He was not just a legendary swordsman; he was a deeply wounded and complex person. His intensity, emotional expression, and ability to communicate so much through his eyes and silence made him one of the most memorable characters of the series.
Park Hyuk-kwon also deserves special recognition for his remarkable performance as the twin brothers Gil Tae-mi and Gil Seon-mi. Playing two completely different personalities, he showed an impressive range as an actor. As Gil Tae-mi, I absolutely loved his theatrical style, his humor, his expressive acting, and even his unique makeup and appearance, which perfectly matched the character’s extravagant personality. He brought a playful and entertaining energy to the screen while still portraying a truly skilled and dangerous swordsman.
On the other hand, as Gil Seon-mi, he created a completely different atmosphere, showing a much more restrained, quiet, and introspective character with great emotional depth. The contrast between the two roles was fascinating, and his ability to transform so convincingly into two completely different personalities made both characters unforgettable.
I also want to give special recognition to the two young actors who portrayed Yi Bang-won and Bun-i in the early episodes. Their performances were full of energy, intelligence, and emotion. They created such a strong foundation for these characters that their later development felt even more meaningful.
These four performances stayed with me the most and made this journey unforgettable.
A masterpiece of historical storytelling, with unforgettable characters and performances. One of the best sageuks I have watched. ❤️💯
Don't drop it if you want to see what will happen. I was in the same position. Because is famous one, I was so…
I just finished season 2. It's much faster and stronger action drama. I didn't skip anything on season 2. I have already wright analytic comment if you go there. You will see also a few other similar. And you can give it a chance if you find comment suitable to your preferences.
Yes I agree it's not strong fast-paced superhero action drama. Season two looks much better untill episode 4 I…
Update: After watching Season 2, I enjoyed it even more. It has better pacing, more exciting battles, less social talking, stronger villains, and improved visual effects. If you're unsure after Season 1, I'd definitely recommend continuing. I am glad I did give a chance.
why skip Gelly; She was a crazy enjoyable demon.. 🤩
Fair enough! 😂 I actually enjoyed Gelly. She was completely unhinged, and that chaotic energy made her entertaining for me. I can definitely see why she isn't everyone's cup of tea though.
I watched both seasons back to back because I hadn't seen since it came out. And I love both seasons. But I love…
I agree! I had comment something similar without have seen yours, so glad there is a comment like your! You have described much better about new counter and villans character's and story!
Personally I just finished season 2 and I prefer this season, from the first one! Much better faster pact action story, better visual effects, less too much social talking and better comedy part's for my personal preferences. Also hair styling was better.
Season 2 was a clear improvement over Season 1. The action was more intense, the battles were bigger, the villains were far more interesting, hair styling especially So Mun's long curly hair were great and the visual effects were noticeably better. This time I barely felt the need to skip social talking scenes, as the pacing stayed much stronger throughout.
There was still some social drama, but much less than before. Personally, I would have preferred even more focus on the supernatural battles and less everyday drama. The comedy worked best whenever the new Counter and So Mun's grandfather were on screen.
The new Counter was a great addition to the team, if he had developed better physical abilities by the end he would have been even better, nevertheless he became the favorite Goofy 🤪 character, although So Mun remained the strongest and most compelling lead for me with great long hair.
Also seeing reviews with a rating of 3/10 & 5/10 is ridiculous to believe that the rating meets objective criteria. This series may not be for everyone's taste, but under 8 overall for both seasons it doesn't make sense for it to be rated so low.
Overall, Season 2 delivered the superhero action I was hoping for and was much more entertaining for me than the first season. rating: 9/10.
idk y ppl say it's good dropped this today at ep 4 can't physically bring myself to watch it
Don't drop it if you want to see what will happen. I was in the same position. Because is famous one, I was so curious, but there is a way to watch it. Look! I pass most of the talking moments, so after those, I watched only a few minutes talking between them, just to be updated.
So you can wach only the action moments, and then watch full the last two episodes 15-16. Everything will happened there and your are going to see a recap also at the end. With that method, you will know what has happened in that drama.
If you're mainly looking for a fast-paced superhero action drama, this season is not like that. Season 2 starts stronger,
The chemistry between the cast is excellent, and the comedic timing is one of the drama's biggest strengths. Choi Dae Hoon and Park Jin U was my favourite comedian characters. The action sequences are exciting without becoming overly violent, making it an easy and enjoyable watch.
While the story isn't particularly deep and a few plot points require some suspension of disbelief, it never stopped me from wanting to watch the next episode.
A lighthearted, feel-good action comedy, that kept me entertained from beginning to the end. Definitely recommended! 9/10
From the very first episode, I found myself completely captivated. I didn't just watch the story, I felt like I was living inside its world. When a drama can make you forget everything around you and lose yourself in its atmosphere, it has achieved something truly special.
Although it is categorized as horror, I never felt fear or disgust. Instead, it offered a beautifully crafted artistic experience. The supernatural elements created mystery and wonder rather than relying on cheap scares, making the series accessible even for viewers who are not usually fans of the horror genre.
Visually, this is one of the most stunning Korean dramas I have ever watched. The cinematography is breathtaking, with beautiful colors, striking contrast, elegant lighting, and carefully composed shots that often feel like works of art. Combined with an exceptional musical score, immersive sound design, magnificent costumes, impressive visual effects, and outstanding production quality, every episode feels like a high-budget cinematic experience rather than a television series.
The writing is equally impressive. The story maintains suspense while developing its characters naturally, balancing mystery, emotion, fantasy, and historical atmosphere without ever losing its rhythm. Every element works together seamlessly.
The performances are outstanding across the entire cast. Every actor brings authenticity and emotional depth to their role, making the characters feel believable despite the supernatural setting.
What impressed me most is how modern this drama feels while remaining a period piece. It successfully combines the beauty of a historical setting with contemporary cinematic storytelling, creating a unique viewing experience.
And also, GgeoMeokSaLi, completely stole my heart. This adorable little spirit added warmth, humor, and charm to the story, proving that even the smallest character can leave one of the biggest impressions.
For me, The East Palace is much more than a horror drama. It is an artistic, immersive, and unforgettable journey that stayed with me long after the final episode. A true masterpiece, and without hesitation, ❤️10/10.
His portrayal of Yi Bang-won is one of the finest performances I have ever seen in a Korean drama. He didn't just play the role—he completely embodied the character, capturing every stage of his journey with remarkable intelligence, emotional depth, charisma, vulnerability, and intensity. I found myself completely immersed in every scene he was in.
What impressed me most is that he possesses a rare and distinctive acting talent. Performances like this deserve to be recognized and remembered. After watching him as Yi Bang-won, I truly believe his name deserves even greater recognition among the finest actors of Korean cinema and television.
This performance made me want to explore the rest of his filmography. Thank you for bringing such an unforgettable historical figure to life.
An exceptional historical drama that delivers on every level: writing, direction, character development, emotional depth, and acting.
What makes this series truly special is that it is not only a story about the creation of Joseon, power struggles, and politics. It is a story about different visions for the future of a nation, the people who shaped history, and the sacrifices behind great changes.
The writing is outstanding, with complex characters who are neither simply good nor bad. Each person has their own beliefs, motivations, struggles, and reasons for the choices they make. This makes the story feel deeply human and allows the audience to understand different perspectives.
The entire cast delivered excellent performances and brought these historical and fictional characters to life with great intensity and sincerity. However, six performances were especially memorable for me.
Yoo Ah-in’s portrayal of was truly exceptional. I will never forget this acting performance! 👏🏻 He captured the intelligence, ambition, emotions, inner conflicts, and transformation of this historical figure in an unforgettable way. He did not only portray a future king, but the human being behind the historical reputation. His ability to show both the strength and vulnerability of Yi Bang-won made this one of the most fascinating characters I have encountered.
Byun Yo-han as Lee Bang-ji (“Viper”) was another outstanding performance. He was not just a legendary swordsman; he was a deeply wounded and complex person. His intensity, emotional expression, and ability to communicate so much through his eyes and silence made him one of the most memorable characters of the series.
Park Hyuk-kwon also deserves special recognition for his remarkable performance as the twin brothers Gil Tae-mi and Gil Seon-mi. Playing two completely different personalities, he showed an impressive range as an actor. As Gil Tae-mi, I absolutely loved his theatrical style, his humor, his expressive acting, and even his unique makeup and appearance, which perfectly matched the character’s extravagant personality. He brought a playful and entertaining energy to the screen while still portraying a truly skilled and dangerous swordsman.
On the other hand, as Gil Seon-mi, he created a completely different atmosphere, showing a much more restrained, quiet, and introspective character with great emotional depth. The contrast between the two roles was fascinating, and his ability to transform so convincingly into two completely different personalities made both characters unforgettable.
I also want to give special recognition to the two young actors who portrayed Yi Bang-won and Bun-i in the early episodes. Their performances were full of energy, intelligence, and emotion. They created such a strong foundation for these characters that their later development felt even more meaningful.
These four performances stayed with me the most and made this journey unforgettable.
A masterpiece of historical storytelling, with unforgettable characters and performances. One of the best sageuks I have watched. ❤️💯
There was still some social drama, but much less than before. Personally, I would have preferred even more focus on the supernatural battles and less everyday drama. The comedy worked best whenever the new Counter and So Mun's grandfather were on screen.
The new Counter was a great addition to the team, if he had developed better physical abilities by the end he would have been even better, nevertheless he became the favorite Goofy 🤪 character, although So Mun remained the strongest and most compelling lead for me with great long hair.
Also seeing reviews with a rating of 3/10 & 5/10 is ridiculous to believe that the rating meets objective criteria. This series may not be for everyone's taste, but under 8 overall for both seasons it doesn't make sense for it to be rated so low.
Overall, Season 2 delivered the superhero action I was hoping for and was much more entertaining for me than the first season. rating: 9/10.
Look! I pass most of the talking moments, so after those, I watched only a few minutes talking between them, just to be updated.
So you can wach only the action moments, and then watch full the last two episodes 15-16. Everything will happened there and your are going to see a recap also at the end. With that method, you will know what has happened in that drama.
If you're mainly looking for a fast-paced superhero action drama, this season is not like that.
Season 2 starts stronger,