The Queen Who Crowns featuring Cha Joo Young, Lee Hyun Wook, and Lee Sung Min is gearing up for a much-anticipated release in January 2025. The historical K-drama, which follows the life of Queen Wongyeong, will air as a Monday-Tuesday series on tvN and stream simultaneously on TVING.

In The Queen Who Crowns, viewers will witness Queen Wongyeong’s pivotal role in helping her husband, King Taejong, secure power in the early Joseon Dynasty. The show dives deep into her complex and fiery journey as the “Kingmaker” and the “Co-Founder of the Crown.”

Key Details:

• Premiere Date: January 2025
• Broadcast Schedule: Mondays and Tuesdays on tvN (TV version) and TVING (OTT version)
• Number of Episodes: 12 (including 2 prequel episodes)
• Possible Rating: TVING is considering a 19+ rating for mature content
• Director: Kim Sang Ho (known for Man to Man, Money Game)
• Writer: Lee Young Mi (Money Game, Secrets, Objects)

Cast Highlights:

• Cha Joo Young: Known for her roles in The Glory and Cheese in the Trap, she portrays Queen Won Kyung.
• Lee Hyun Wook: Takes on the role of King Taejong. He has starred in Song of the Bandits and She Would Never Know.
• Lee Sung Min: Plays a significant supporting role, with previous works like Reborn Rich and A Bloody Lucky Day.

This K-drama offers a fresh perspective on historical events, giving audiences an intriguing look at Queen Wongyeong’s influence in shaping Korea’s monarchy.