Empress Ki

Name: Empress Ki
Director: Han Hee
Genre: Drama, War & Politics
Released: 2013-10-28
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Ha Ji-won, Ju Jin-mo, Ji Chang-wook, Jin Yi-han, Baek Jin-hee

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Year: 2013
Country: KR
Language: ko
Genre: Drama, War & Politics
Runtime: 60 min
Rating: 7.3/10
Status: Ended
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 51
Specials: 1
Director: Han Hee

Plot Overview

A woman born in Korea navigates her way through love, war, politics and national loyalties to become a powerful empress in China's Yuan dynasty.

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Director

HHHan Hee

Cast & Key Characters

Ha Ji-wonKi Seung Nyang (Empress Ki)

Ju Jin-moWang Yoo (King Choong Hye of Goryeo)

Ji Chang-wookTa Hwan (Emperor Huizong of Yuan)

Jin Yi-hanTal Tal

Baek Jin-heeTanashiri (Empress Tanashiri)

Jeon Kuk-hwanEl Temur

Im Joo-eunBayan Khutugh

Lee Won-jongDokman

Han Hye-rinLady Park

Kim Young-hoBayan

Kim Seo-hyungBudashiri (Empress Dowager)

Yoo In-youngYeon Bisu

Writers

JYJang Young-cheol JGJung Gyeong-sun

Production

MBC Victory Contents MBC

Season & Episode Breakdown

Specials 1 episode

1 Alternative Finale 2014-05-04

Season 1 51 episodes

1 The Jackal and the Prince 2013-10-28
2 The Timid Prince 2013-10-29
3 Protecting the Future Crown Prince 2013-11-04
4 In Hot Pursuit 2013-11-05
5 Survival in the Forest 2013-11-11
6 Confrontation and a Sad Goodbye 2013-11-12
7 Separation of Lovers 2013-11-18
8 The Life of a Servant 2013-11-19
9 Meeting the Emperor 2013-11-25
10 Curious 2013-11-26
11 Spies in the Palace 2013-12-02
12 The Brilliant Plan 2013-12-03
13 Personal Maid 2013-12-09
14 He Returns 2013-12-10
15 The Fake Blood Vow 2013-12-16
16 The Soluble Vows 2013-12-17
17 Curse Phase 2 2013-12-23
18 Tangqishi's Plan 2013-12-24
19 Fake or Real 2014-01-06
20 Removing El Temur 2014-01-07
21 The Truth About Jok Ho 2014-01-13
22 Pregnant Sung Nyang 2014-01-14
23 Byul or Maha 2014-01-20
24 Preparation for War 2014-01-21
25 The Imperial Consort 2014-01-27
26 Finally Meeting the Blood Vow 2014-01-28
27 The Jealous Empress 2014-02-03
28 Poisoned Sung Nyang 2014-02-04
29 The Poisonous Dates 2014-02-10
30 Abdication Decree 2014-02-17
31 A Win for the Emperor 2014-02-18
32 Out to Kill 2014-02-24
33 The Dramatic Royal Hunt 2014-02-25
34 The Curse 2014-03-03
35 Ayushiridara 2014-03-04
36 Eagle Group and the Blood Vow 2014-03-10
37 The Downfall 2014-03-11
38 A New Enemy Rising 2014-03-17
39 Bayan Hudu 2014-03-18
40 Finding the Secret Treasure 2014-03-24
41 Sung Nyang's Victory 2014-03-25
42 Economic Downfall 2014-03-31
43 Worse Times 2014-04-01
44 Where Your Loyalties Lie 2014-04-07
45 The Truth About Maha 2014-04-08
46 The Princes' Fate 2014-04-14
47 The Eagle House Leader 2014-04-15
48 The Fake Coup 2014-04-21
49 The Fall of Tangqishi 2014-04-22
50 Poisoned 2014-04-28
51 A Not-So-Happy Ending 2014-04-29

Critical Reception & Ratings

Empress Ki is rated 7.3 out of 10 by viewers — 66 votes.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Empress Ki about?

A woman born in Korea navigates her way through love, war, politics and national loyalties to become a powerful empress in China's Yuan dynasty.

How many seasons and episodes does Empress Ki have?

1 season and 51 episodes.

Is Empress Ki still airing, and will there be another season?

This series has ended. It finished after 1 season and 51 episodes; no new season announced according to TMDB. According to TMDB; data last refreshed October 19, 2026.

Who stars in Empress Ki?

Ha Ji-won, Ju Jin-mo, Ji Chang-wook, Jin Yi-han, Baek Jin-hee, Jeon Kuk-hwan.

Who is the director of Empress Ki?

Han Hee.

When was Empress Ki released?

2013.

Where can I watch Empress Ki?

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