Jewel in the Palace: Story, Cast and Where to Watch
Jewel in the Palace (2003): what the K-drama is about, the cast and where to watch, in one evergreen guide.
Jewel in the Palace (2003) is a drama, romance, medical K-drama from MBC. On TVMaze it holds a community rating of not yet rated.
What is Jewel in the Palace about?
About 500 years ago during the time of Chosun Dynasty, Korea boasted a rigidly hierarchical and male dominated social structure. Set in this period, "Jewel in the Palace" is based on a true story about a legendary girl who became the first woman to be the supreme royal physician of her times. Despite her poor condition as a low class girl in the male dominated society, Jang Geum overcame a series of social discrimination and landed herself as a royal cook, later becoming the royal physician, then ultimately the physician in charge of the king. She was even given by the king the title "The Great Jang Geum".
Cast
- Lee Young Ae
- Ji Jin Hee
- Hong Ri Na
- Im Ho
Where to watch Jewel in the Palace
Streaming and broadcast availability varies by region and changes over time; Jewel in the Palace originally aired on MBC. Check your local listings and the major streaming platforms.
Frequently asked questions
What is Jewel in the Palace about?
About 500 years ago during the time of Chosun Dynasty, Korea boasted a rigidly hierarchical and male dominated social structure. Set in this period, "Jewel in the Palace" is based on a true story about a legendary girl who became the first woman to b
Who stars in Jewel in the Palace?
The cast includes Lee Young Ae, Ji Jin Hee, Hong Ri Na, Im Ho.
Is Jewel in the Palace worth watching?
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