
Set at the end of the Joseon era, Seong I Gyeom, a recent top scorer in the state exam, lacks ambition despite his success. After being caught gambling, he is assigned as a Secret Royal Inspector to expose corruption. Alongside fellow inspector Hong Da In and his talkative servant Park Chun Sam, I Gyeom investigates cases. His family, including his noble father, stepmother, slave, and younger stepbrother Seong I Beom, faces tension as I Beom is barred from inheritance due to his mother's low status, fueling resentment toward I Gyeom.
Synopsis: MyDramaList
Secret Royal Inspector is a Korean drama from 2020 that aired on iQiyi, with 16 episodes. It mixes historical, mystery and comedy. It stars L and Kwon Na Ra and is directed by Kim Jung Min. Its story tags include Joseon Dynasty, Corruption and Master-Slave Relationship. If you enjoyed it, try Secret Royal Inspector & Joy or The Forbidden Marriage.
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