Fans around the world can finally mark their calendars. The new Korean drama Moon River, starring Kim Se-jeong and Kang Tae-oh, will premiere its first episode in November 2025. The series, which mixes historical romance with a fantasy twist, will be available to international audiences through a specific streaming platform.
When and Where to Watch
Moon River Episode 1 will be released on Friday, November 7, 2025. The drama will air on the MBC network in Korea. For viewers outside Korea, the series will be available on the streaming service Viki. The show will air weekly with two new episodes every Friday and Saturday.
The first episode will air at 9:50 PM Korean Standard Time (KST). To help global fans schedule their viewing, here is when the episode will go live in different time zones:
- United States (ET): 8:50 AM
- United Kingdom (GMT): 1:50 PM
- India (IST): 6:20 PM
- Australia (AEDT): 11:50 PM
A Story of Swapped Souls
Moon River is a historical fantasy drama set in the Joseon era. The plot centers on a crown prince named Lee Kang, played by Kang Tae-oh. He is a man burdened by grief and revenge after losing his wife, and he hides his pain behind a careless public image. The other main character is Park Dal-yi, played by Kim Se-jeong. She is a clever and cheerful commoner who works as a merchant but suffers from amnesia.
The story takes a magical turn when the souls of the prince and the commoner suddenly swap bodies. This forces the prince to experience life as a villager, while the commoner must navigate the dangerous politics of the royal palace. As they live each other’s lives, they begin to uncover hidden conspiracies and find a connection that might be deeper than they first thought.
Kim Se-jeong shared her excitement about the project, stating:
“The idea of a soul-swapping romance really intrigued me, and after learning that Kang Tae Oh would be my co-star, I became even more confident and more interested in the story’s concept.”
The People Behind the Drama
The series features a strong supporting cast that adds depth to the story. This includes Lee Shin Young as Prince Yi Woon, the king’s deposed firstborn son, and Hong Su-zu as Kim Woo Hee, the daughter of a powerful and ambitious official. Jin Goo plays the main antagonist, Left State Councillor Kim Han Cheol, a man who will stop at nothing to control the throne.
The production of Moon River is led by director Lee Dong-Hyun and writer Jo Seung-Hee. The drama was originally scheduled for an October 2025 release but was postponed for a week due to a broadcast conflict with the Korea Baseball Organization playoffs.
What to Expect from the Series
Moon River brings together several popular elements for K-drama fans: historical settings, romance, comedy, and fantasy. The unique premise of a soul swap between two characters from completely different social classes promises both funny moments and heartfelt drama. As the characters adapt to their new lives, they will also have to confront political enemies and secrets from their pasts.
The series is planned to have a total of 14 episodes. With its engaging story and popular cast, Moon River is set to be a highlight for K-drama viewers in late 2025.
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