The Last Empress

2018·Show

·52Episodes in1Season·

Action & Adventure Drama

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High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Nerve-racking and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Tension9
Fast Pace8
Adrenaline7

Heart

Romantic and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

Romance8
Catharsis8
Pathos7

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Satire & Parody7
Wit & Wordplay5
Dark Humor4

World

Mystery, class and money, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality7
Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances

Intrigue9
Acting8
Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Music Composition7
Visual Stylization7

Energy

High

Nerve-racking and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

The Last Empress is nerve-racking, fast-paced, and thrilling.

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All energy traits

Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare4Frightening moments and scares.

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Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Romantic and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's romantic, cathartic, and moving. Much of it is about family.

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Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.

Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

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Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

Medium

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some satire and sharp wit.

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All humor traits

Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.

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Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.

Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.

World

Medium

Mystery, class and money, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around mystery, class and money, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.

Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

High

Standout performances

The performances stand out.

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All craft traits

Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
Acting8Performance craft and presence.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.

Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.

Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

High

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.

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About

In an alternate-reality South Korea, where a constitutional monarchical system prevails, Oh Sunny, a musical actress, becomes the empress of the country. Thus begins a dispute for power in the royal palace. Nothing is what it seems, and Oh Sunny is ready to fight until the end to uncover a mysterious homicide within the royal palace, fighting to protect those she loves the most and obtain happiness.

Melodramatic Revenge ThrillerAlternate Reality MonarchyHigh-Stakes Palace IntrigueSatire of Class PrivilegeK-Drama Excess and CampMystery-Horror HybridEmpowerment NarrativeVisually Opulent

Actors

Jang Na-ra

Oh Ssu-Ni

Choi Jin-hyuk

Na Wang-shik

Shin Sung-rok

Lee Hyuk

Lee Elijah

Min Yoo-ra

Shin Eun-kyung

Empress Dowager Kang

Oh Seung-yun

Yi-Yoon

Oh Ah-Rin

A-Ri

Park Won-sook

Grand Empress Dowager Jo

Lee Hee-jin

Princess Soo-jin

Shin Go-eun

Queen So-Heon

Yoon Da-hoon

Oh Geum-Mo

Stephanie Lee

Oh Hel-Ro

Hwang Young-hee

Baek Do-Hee

Ko Se-won

Prime Minister

Tae Hang-ho

Na Wang-Sik (ep.1-4)

Kim Dong-Kyu

Hwanghooui Poomkyeok

Kim Da-som

Yang Dal Hee [Court maid]

Crew

Directed by:

Joo Dong-min

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Last Empress legally?

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

Is The Last Empress worth watching?

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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Last Empress rated?

ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does The Last Empress have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 52 episodes of about 35 minutes each.

When did The Last Empress air?

It ran from 2018 to 2019 and has ended.

What language is The Last Empress in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch The Last Empress?

127

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Last Empress in 127 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Last Empress use?

Foregone ConclusionThe Last TitleRags to Royalty

TV Tropes lists 3 storytelling tropes for The Last Empress, including Foregone Conclusion, The Last Title, Rags to Royalty.

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Energy

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Energy

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Humor

World

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