The King 2 Hearts

2012·Show
20Episodes in1Season
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

Rakuten VikiOnDemandKoreaKocowa

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The King 2 Hearts fingerprint

Big heart, immersive world.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Deeply romantic and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance10
  • Catharsis8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Politics, everyday modern life, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Set in the constitutional monarchy in an imaginary South Korea, South Korea's Crown Prince Lee Jae Ha is forced to join the World Officers Competition, WOC, by his brother. There, he meets North Korea's strongest female devil instructor Kim Hang Ah.
Cross-Border RomancePolitical DramaRoyal Family IntrigueCharacter DevelopmentContemporary KoreanDramatic TensionMilitary SettingNorth-South Korea ThemesEmotional JourneyWit & Charm

Crew

Directed by:
JQ Lee, Jung Dae-yoon, Song Ji-won

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The King 2 Hearts

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Where can I stream The King 2 Hearts legally?

Rakuten VikiOnDemandKoreaKocowa

The King 2 Hearts is included with a subscription to Rakuten Viki, OnDemandKorea, and Kocowa in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on OnDemandKorea. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The King 2 Hearts worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The King 2 Hearts rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does The King 2 Hearts have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 20 episodes.

When did The King 2 Hearts air?

It ran from 2012 to 2012 and has ended.

What language is The King 2 Hearts in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The King 2 Hearts?

30ARATAUBEBRCACHDEDKESFIFRGBGR+16

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The King 2 Hearts in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The King 2 Hearts use?

Love ConfessionBreak the HaughtyAction GirlThe BeatlesCalling Big Brother OutLoony FanLove-Obstructing ParentsDragon with an AgendaIt's All My FaultBroken PedestalTempting FateMartial Pacifistand 88 more

TV Tropes lists 100 storytelling tropes for The King 2 Hearts, including Love Confession, Break the Haughty, Action Girl.

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