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Season 1 – Queenmaker

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After a crisis of conscience, a powerful fixer uses her skills to boost a civil rights lawyer's mayoral campaign and take down her former employer.
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Queenmaker — Season 1

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Chad de Guzman TIME Magazine 01/03/2024
Queenmaker is dirty politics at its sleekest. Go to Full Review Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) 05/05/2023
The storytelling is expansive and the pacing variable, but the tricks of the fixer trade are highly watchable and the eventual friendship between the two women is genuinely forged. Go to Full Review Jae-Ha Kim Jae-Ha Kim (Substack) 07/27/2023
4/4
One of the best K-dramas of the year, "Queenmaker" is the latest superb female-centric series led by women in their 40s and 50s. It is fast-paced, nail-bitingly good and a political thriller with plenty of twists and turns. Go to Full Review Stephanie Morgan Common Sense Media 04/26/2023
4/5
There are also plenty of surprises in store -- just when you think you understand who each character is, and what they're capable of, a dramatic twist occurs to keep you guessing. Go to Full Review Pierce Conran South China Morning Post 04/19/2023
3.5/5
Through 11 episodes, Queenmaker unfurls a terribly entertaining political contest which takes a page from prime time melodrama, with its constant ups and downs and bitter corporate feuds. Go to Full Review Liz Kocan Decider 04/17/2023
A woman whose entire existence is devoted to spinning one family’s volatile, disastrous PR nightmares into gold? There’s a lot to be mined from that, and we’re excited to see where else it will go. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Tracy A @RT20417111 Aug 5 Excellent! Haven’t enjoyed a K drama like this in a while. There was no lull in the story, each episode kept you looking forward to the next See more Wayne H @RT50681132 Apr 27 We need a season two!! See more Maura S @RT88417585 01/04/2025 This series was painful to watch. The plot is very poor and some bad actors. If you want to watch a clever series about politics you should watch Chief of Staff. It is very well written and clever. But the Queen Maker? It is so bad that is almost comical. See more Al U @RT19916746 04/26/2023 It's light entertainment. Simpleton characters. And a plot that defies logic. Very Korean, all emotion, no substance. Shallow like their entertainment industry. See more Marc B @RT43096090 04/24/2023 An amazing Korean political series. One of the best I have ever seen See more Michael L @RT96715275 04/22/2023 Queenmaker is a captivating masterpiece! With its intriguing storyline, outstanding performances, and stunning visuals, it leaves an indelible impression. The intricate plot is filled with political maneuverings, power struggles, and heartfelt emotions that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The brilliant acting by the cast, led by a formidable female protagonist, draws viewers into a world of palace intrigue and courtly machinations. The breathtaking cinematography and lavish period costumes are a visual treat, adding to the drama's allure. Overall, Queenmaker is a must-watch for K-drama fans, delivering an impressive blend of intrigue, emotion, and visual splendor that leaves a lasting impression. See more Read all reviews
Queenmaker — Season 1

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Cast & Crew

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Kim Hee-ae

Hwang Do Hee

Moon So-ri

Oh Seung Sook

Ryu Soo-young

Baek Jae Min

Kim Tae-hun

Ma Jung Seok

Jin Kyung

Seo Min Jeong

Seo Yi-sook

Son Young Shim

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 1 Hwang Do-hee attempts to quell Oh Kyung-sook's persistent protest against Eunsung Group; Baek Jae-min confides in Do-hee regarding a potential crisis. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 2 Do-hee grapples with the guilt of having caused a tragedy in the name of her job; Jae-min proposes a scheme to jumpstart his career ambitions. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 3 After refusing Son Young-sim's orders, Do-hee risks losing everything she has worked towards; later, she approaches Kyung-sook with a huge proposal. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 4 A violent incident cements Kyung-sook's decision to run for mayor; Do-hee helps Kyung-sook prepare for her first television debate. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 5 Kyung-sook pushes Seo Min-jung to an uncomfortable position during their debate; Do-hee throws a wrench into Eunsung Group's development plans. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 6 After a tip from an unlikely figure, Min-jung goes all in to take down Kyung-sook; in an attempt to rattle Do-hee, Carl Yoon does the unthinkable. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 7 Kyung-sook begins to question the election as it begins to affect her loved ones, forcing Do-hee to reconsider whether the race is really worth it. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 8 Jae-min is attacked on the campaign trail, but Kyung-sook remains skeptical; Do-hee attempts to regain the upper hand on her opponent. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 9 Carl goes after Kyung-sook's family, forcing her camp to seek out the truth; running out of options, Do-hee teams up with an unlikely partner. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 10 Shocking news about Jae-min creates a problem for his campaign; as the final debate nears, Do-hee reveals her silver bullet to Kyung-sook. Details Episode 11 Aired Apr 14, 2023 Episode 11 As election day looms, Do-hee becomes entangled in a dangerous endgame; she later makes a surprising final move, shocking Kyung-sook. Details

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Queenmaker — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Oh Jin-seok
Screenwriter
Mun Ji-yeong
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Korean
Release Date
Apr 14, 2023
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