In an imaginary world, modern-day Korea is run by a constitutional monarchy facing crumbling popularity after the recent death of the reigning King. To try to help the situation, the Royal Family decides to marry off the Crown Prince, Lee Shin, prior to his ascension to the throne. To their horror, however, they discover that the dead King's father, Shin's grandfather, had a pact with a commoner that their grandchildren would marry.
Enter headstrong, klutzy, Shin Chae Kyung, an average girl who is now suddenly engaged to the country's Crown Prince. Prince Shin has no intention of making things easy for his commoner fiancée, however, especially since he's got his eye on someone else. Chae Kyung soon finds her work cut out for her in adapting to palace life and trying to please the Royal Family. Her optimistic spirit captures the attention of Lee Yul, the other contender for the throne who, while trying to win the Princess in order to gain the throne, finds himself falling in love with her for real.
Among the plots, deceptions, and expectations in the mix, can the Royal couple see one another for who they really are and manage to fall in love?
Series Overview
Rating
- imDb Rating: 7.7 (1,951 Votes)
- Metascore: N/A
Plot
Love, tradition, and politics collide when a spirited young art student is betrothed to the crown prince of South Korea.
Details
- Rated: TV-Y
- Released: 11 Jan 2006
- Runtime: 60 min
- Genre: Comedy, Romance
- Director: N/A
- Writer: N/A
- Actors: Eun-hye Yun, Ji-Hoon Ju, Ji-Hyo Song, Bool-am Choi
- Language: Korean
- Country: South Korea
- Awards: 1 win & 1 nomination.
- Total Seasons: 1
Previous Episode
Episode 24
Episode 1x24; Mar 30, 2006
The crown princess gets ready to go abroad, while the crown prince awaits his summons.
Previous Episodes
1x24: Episode 24
1x23: Episode 23
1x22: Episode 22
1x21: Episode 21
1x20: Episode 20
1x19: Episode 19
1x18: Episode 18
1x17: Episode 17
1x16: Episode 16
Cast
Song Ji Hyo as Min Hyo Rin
Kim Jung Hoon as Prince Yul
Yoon Eun Hye as Shin Chae Kyung
Joo Ji Hoon as Crown Prince Lee Shin
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Season 1
| Episode No. | No. Overall | Title | Airdate | Runtime | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Episode 1 | 2006-01-11 | 75 | A handsome heir of the royal family is attending art school. A spunky classmate whose parents are in debt overhears a private conversation of the prince. |
| 2 | 2 | Episode 2 | 2006-01-12 | 75 | The future princess is being chased by reporters. Another prince comes back to town and enrolls at the art school. |
| 3 | 3 | Episode 3 | 2006-01-18 | 75 | The future princess begins her lessons to learn the customs of the palace. The wedding ceremony is broadcast on live TV. |
| 4 | 4 | Episode 4 | 2006-01-19 | 75 | The princess goes back to school with bodyguards. The prince's former girlfriend gets a scholarship offer. |
| 5 | 5 | Episode 5 | 2006-01-25 | 75 | The crown princess's parents visit the palace. There's a party for the crown prince's birthday on Jeju Island. |
| 6 | 6 | Episode 6 | 2006-01-26 | 75 | The crown princess learns more customs of the palace. She appears at her first public event with her husband, but someone tries to wreck it. |
| 7 | 7 | Episode 7 | 2006-02-01 | 75 | The royal couple goes to stay with the crown princess's family for a few days, but no one can agree on the sleeping arrangements. |
| 8 | 8 | Episode 8 | 2006-02-02 | 75 | The crown prince's ex-girlfriend starts to get friendly with the crown princess, but it's all part of her plan. |
| 9 | 9 | Episode 9 | 2006-02-08 | 75 | The crown prince goes to Thailand and gets an unexpected visitor, while the crown princess stays behind in Seoul. |
| 10 | 10 | Episode 10 | 2006-02-09 | 75 | The crown prince wraps up his Thai adventure, while the palace welcomes Prince William on his visit. |
| 11 | 11 | Episode 11 | 2006-02-15 | 75 | Another princess arrives at the palace. Photos emerge from the crown prince's rendezvous in Thailand. |
| 12 | 12 | Episode 12 | 2006-02-16 | 75 | The empress dowager makes a final decision about the royal hierarchy. The crown princess goes on a trip for a charity event. |
| 13 | 13 | Episode 13 | 2006-02-22 | 75 | Yul begins to gain a fanbase as the Empress Dowager attempts to squash bad rumors of Shin and Chae Kyung by having them share a bed. |
| 14 | 14 | Episode 14 | 2006-02-23 | 75 | Everyone is wondering what happened during the prince and princess's night together. Yul makes a confession. |
| 15 | 15 | Episode 15 | 2006-03-02 | 75 | The crown prince's actions have gotten him in trouble. The entire royal family comes together for dinner. |
| 16 | 16 | Episode 16 | 2006-03-02 | 75 | The crown prince and princess have a romantic getaway. Hyo Rin is more upset than anyone realized. |
| 17 | 17 | Episode 17 | 2006-03-08 | 75 | The empress makes Hyo Rin an offer. Prince Ee Sung starts to take on more responsibility. |
| 18 | 18 | Episode 18 | 2006-03-09 | 75 | Drama gets stirred up at Prince Ee Sung's birthday party. Chae Kyung tries to play a prank on Shin. |
| 19 | 19 | Episode 19 | 2006-03-15 | 75 | The crown prince finds out something about the emperor and Lady Hwa Young. The crown princess gets in trouble again. |
| 20 | 20 | Episode 20 | 2006-03-16 | 75 | The crown princess is involved in a media scandal of her own. The crown prince confronts Lady Hwa Young. |
| 21 | 21 | Episode 21 | 2006-03-22 | 75 | The royal couple wraps up the TV interview. The crown princess goes on a hunger strike. |
| 22 | 22 | Episode 22 | 2006-03-23 | 75 | The royal family is reeling from Yul's confession. The crown princess is seriously considering leaving the palace. |
| 23 | 23 | Episode 23 | 2006-03-29 | 75 | After the fire, the royal family tries to find out what happened and why. Yul feels heartbroken. |
| 24 | 24 | Episode 24 | 2006-03-30 | 75 | The crown princess gets ready to go abroad, while the crown prince awaits his summons. |
Series Cast
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Song Ji Hyo | as Min Hyo Rin |  |
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Kim Jung Hoon | as Prince Yul |  |
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Yoon Eun Hye | as Shin Chae Kyung |  |
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Joo Ji Hoon | as Crown Prince Lee Shin |  |
