"No. 1 in South Korea Today"... 'East Palace' Captivates Global Viewers Right After Release, Creating Box Office Storm

The Netflix series has captured global audiences by ranking 1st in South Korea's TOP 10 Series immediately after its release.

tells the story of Guchen (played by Nam Joo-hyuk), who has the ability to traverse the world of ghosts, and Saengggang (played by Noh Yoon-seo), a court lady with secrets, as they are summoned by the king (played by Cho Seung-woo) to uncover the curse that dwells in the East Palace. International media responded enthusiastically to the intriguing mystery, overwhelming visuals, and solid worldbuilding.

In particular, Decider praised Noh Yoon-seo's acting for its outstanding expression of character depth, and Collider evaluated it as an unmissable dark fantasy completed by stunning visuals and elaborate casting. TIME and South China Morning Post (SCMP) also gave positive reviews, stating that the meticulously implemented visual effects and the profound performances of veteran actors deliver an overwhelming spectacle.

East Palace, Kkeomeok-sari

East Palace, Kkeomeok-sari

East Palace, Kkeomeok-sari

Viewers' interest is also hot. Nam Joo-hyuk returns with a more mature appearance, Noh Yoon-seo makes her first challenge in historical dramas, and Jo Seung-woo, a reliable actor, along with the passionate performances of Kwak Dong-yeon and Jang Young-nam, have heightened engagement. Additionally, the small ghost "Kkeomeok-sari" that follows Guchen has emerged as a scene stealer, earning nicknames such as "companion ghost" and "Joseon Groot" with its doll-like appearance. Writers Kwon So-ra and Seo Jae-won explained that they drew inspiration from urban legends passed down through oral tradition to plan this cute character to be a duo with Guchen.

, which continues to perform well both domestically and internationally with its unique worldbuilding and solid story, is exclusively streaming on Netflix.