

King Maker: The Change of Destiny
2020-05-17 · 60 min / episode · ★ 4.1
In the late 19th century, the Joseon Dynasty is in peril because the Kim Family abuses power. The king's power has already weakened, and the people are suffering famine and hardship. Choi Chon-joong is Joseon's best fortune teller and physiognomist, who lost people he loves to Kim Family. He swore to overthrow the Kims and reform the country. He read the hunger to power in Lee Ha-eung, a humble-looking member of the royal family, and decides to help him to set his son on the throne. Meanwhile, the Kims also find the heir to the throne, using Bong-ryun's special gift. Bong-ryun, the daughter of the current king, has the power of psychometry. While the royals and powerful politicians are making and breaking alliances to get ahold of the thrones, Chon-joong focuses on kingmaking that can bring Chosun a new era.
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- Creators
- Lee Byung-joo
- Production companies
- Victory Contents, HIGROUND
- Countries
- South Korea
- Status
- Ended
Top Cast
Park Si-hooChoi Cheon-joong
Ko Sung-heeHwang Bong-ryeon
Sung HyukChae In-gyoo
Jun Kwang-ryulLee Ha-eung
Park Jung-yeonEmpress Myung Sung
Yoon A-jungNa-hab
Kim Seung-suKim Byeong-woon
Han Dong-kyuJin Sang
Shin Dong-hoonCham Goon
Kim Seo-ha하가Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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