
Queen Won Gyeong, born to Min Je in the Goryeo period, comes from a prestigious family of high-ranking officials. She marries Yi Bang Won (Prince Jeong An), son of King Tae Jo, founder of the Joseon dynasty. When King Tae Jo names his second son, Yi Bang Gwa, as the successor, Lady Min and her husband plot to make Yi Bang Won the next king. After Yi Bang Won becomes King Tae Jong, he takes multiple concubines, causing tension with Queen Won Gyeong. As her relationship with the king worsens, King Tae Jong seeks to control her and her family to strengthen his authority.
Synopsis: MyDramaList
The Queen Who Crowns is a Korean drama from 2025 that aired on TVING, with 12 episodes. It mixes historical, romance and drama. It stars Cha Joo Young and Lee Hyun Wook and is directed by Kim Sang Ho. Its story tags include Palace Setting, King Male Lead and Queen Female Lead. If you enjoyed it, try Under the Queen's Umbrella or Queen Woo.
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