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Return to the Palace

Original title: Gwi-gong
  • TV Series
  • 2025–
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7.8/10
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Kim Ji-hoon and Kim Ji-yeon in Return to the Palace (2025)
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The story takes place in the royal palace, where a conspiracy summons an evil spirit (Palcheokgwi) with a grudge against the royal family. A shaman fights against him initially to save her f... Read allThe story takes place in the royal palace, where a conspiracy summons an evil spirit (Palcheokgwi) with a grudge against the royal family. A shaman fights against him initially to save her first love, alongside her spirit guardian.The story takes place in the royal palace, where a conspiracy summons an evil spirit (Palcheokgwi) with a grudge against the royal family. A shaman fights against him initially to save her first love, alongside her spirit guardian.

  • Stars
    • Yook Sung-jae
    • Kim Ji-yeon
    • Cha Cheong-hwa
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.8/10
    911
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,021
    472
    • Stars
      • Yook Sung-jae
      • Kim Ji-yeon
      • Cha Cheong-hwa
    • 18User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Episodes16

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    Yook Sung-jae
    • Kang Cheol…
    • 2025
    Kim Ji-yeon
    Kim Ji-yeon
    • Yeo-ri
    • 2025
    Cha Cheong-hwa
    Cha Cheong-hwa
    • Yung Geum
    • 2025
    Kim Sang-ho
    Kim Sang-ho
    • Pung San
    • 2025
    Kim In-kwon
    Kim In-kwon
    • Kim Eung-seon (Chief Eunuch)
    • 2025
    Gil Hae-Yeon
    • Nup Deok
    • 2025
    Son Byung-ho
    Son Byung-ho
    • Kim Bong In (Chief State Minister)
    • 2025
    Shin Seul-ki
    • Choi In-seon
    • 2025
    Han Soo-yeon
    Han Soo-yeon
    • Queen Dowager
    • 2025
    Seo Do-young
    • Cheon Geum-hwi
    • 2025
    Kim Na-Yoon
    • Court Lady Han
    • 2025
    Lee Won-jong
    Lee Won-jong
    • Monk Ga Seop Seun
    • 2025
    Han So-eun
    Han So-eun
    • Queen Park
    • 2025
    Cho Han-gyeol
    • BiBi
    • 2025
    Kim Sun-bin
    • Prince Yeong In
    • 2025
    Song Ji-woo
    Song Ji-woo
    • Yeo-ri (young)
    • 2025
    Song Young-kyu
    Song Young-kyu
    • Choi Gil-sang
    • 2025
    Yoon In-jo
    Yoon In-jo
    • In-seon's mother
    • 2025
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    7paniloope

    you will laugh enough

    The plot is about evil spirits and a haunted palace in ancient Korean history and the main message is that spirits do not become evil on their own and it is humans and ambitious people who create evil and negative energies by destroying their own kind.

    The story started out very interesting. In this drama Yook Sung-Jae has a very likable and funny character and his acting is acceptable, in contrary to Bona, who has a very boring and predictable character. Even her facial expressions are very cold and except for the end of the series when she cries at times, no emotion can be recognized on her cold and robot-like face. The emotional relationship between them is very fake and even the kiss that is exchanged is very, very unreal.

    This show has its shortcoming, but it is a sweet series that the viewer does not get tired of watching. However, the last episode also ends very, very stupidly and we even see an apology from the spirit who intentionally or unintentionally caused the death of innocent characters in this story.

    I give this series a 7 out of 10 points.
    10FernandezU-2

    This is not a recommendation this is a royal decree

    There are dramas that entertain, some that move us-and then there are those rare, majestic few that capture the soul and never let go. Return to the Palace is one of them. A tour de force in storytelling, performance, and cinematic craft, this drama doesn't just deserve your attention; it commands it. From the first scene to the final frame. Return to the Palace exuded excellence. The story is Impeccably layered. Set against a backdrop of dark palace secrets, a haunting fight for justice, ancestral sins and their deadly consequences, forbidden emotions, and the burdens of legacy, the narrative strikes the perfect balance between traditional grandeur and emotional vulnerability. Every plot twist is earned, every moment purposeful The pacing is flawless, keeping you at the edge of your seat without ever feeling rushed. And let's talk about that cast. God, each actor delivered a performance that's not just believable but transcendent They didn't just play their characters; they became them The chemistry was electric, the emotional beats were raw and resonant, and every expression, pause, and tear felt agonizingly real. This is the kind of acting that silences a room. Visually, the drama was nothing short of stunning. Rich costumes, haunting scores, and breathtaking cinematography elevated the palace setting into something mythic and timeless. But more than aesthetics, it's the emotional truth that grips you, royalty or not, the characters are achingly human. Return to the Palace was not just a drama, it's an experience, one that lingers long even after the final episode.
    10imdbfan-27227

    One of the best fantasy kdrama

    After a long time a kdrama to get me hooked. 1000/10. Everything was perfect (plot, characters, visuals, costumes, acting, music). I eagerly awaited to see Kim Young Kwang, but I realized he won't appear again. However Yook Sung Jae managed to portray Gangcheori well. I can't even compare any of the characters, because they all were so good at performing their roles including the ghosts. Thank you for the best ending.. I can't wait to see S2 with same actors and actresses (at least some special episodes with sweet moments of Yeori and Kang Chul). Also, the music was great too. The best OST for 2025 so far. I guarantee you will giggle and cry at the same time. Truly amazing!!
    10rickyou-62181

    One of the Best of the Breed

    I watch a lot of Kdramas, comedies and adventure shows and this is one of the best I have seen. I also have a weakness for supernatural shows, period pieces and light romances, so if you like that mix, this one may also hit all your buttons. Most Korean 16 episode shows have weaknesses about 2/3rds of the way through, but this one kept up the pacing while ratcheting up the storyline. What's not to love about a type of lower level dragon in a human body who mouths off to a Joseon king? The leads were excellent and I felt had real chemistry, with Bona being more affecting than I remembered from other shows. Cha-Chung Hwa, a supporting member of the cast is someone I always like to see in these shows-the perfect mother worrywort type who just never gets mentioned despite her skills. Highly recommended.
    7imdbfan-58169

    Its A-ok fantasy historical drama

    Interesting plot but i felt it was dragged for too long. Supporting cast did really well especially the King, Queen Dowager, ML's mom, blind villain and even the queen. Leads have no chemistry imo.

    Ok let's talk about the leads both perform ok but most of their scenes the ML actually stands out. I find the FL a bore... like no personality whatsoever I even think she could've used some ad-libs in some of the scenes. She has like 5 expressions. I am not trying to be mean just being critical. The ML was ok but the character is way too weak and no end goal.

    The supporting cast was amazing the King & Queens chemistry is top notched. Everybody else act so well.

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      • April 18, 2025 (South Korea)
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