On the lookout for a new show with the same intense vibes and gripping historical drama as the series Shōgun? Check out Queen Woo starring Ji Chang Wook and Jeon Jong Seo. Part 1 is now streaming in Singapore. Read on to learn more about the cast, plot, and release date of Part 2.
Who will reign in the end? (Photo from: Viu Singapore)
Queen Woo: trailer, cast, plot, and more
Queen Woo is an eight-episode historical drama (AKA saeguk) series filled with bloody scenes of war and power-hungry political figures. Featuring a star-studded cast, it is highly anticipated as it’s Jeon Jong Seo’s first foray into the saeguk genre.
Left - Jeon Jong Seo (Photo from: @tving.official). Right - Ji Chang Wook. (Photo from: @jichangwook)
Jeon Jong Seo (Money Heist: Korea, Ballerina) plays the titular character Woo Hui (also spelt Woo Hee), the queen of Goguryeo, who becomes the target of five tribes and princes after the passing of the king. She finds herself in the middle of a power struggle and aims to find a new king to fill the vacant position within 24 hours. She’s intelligent, strong, and possesses the skills of a warrior.
Ji Chang Wook (Revolver) takes on the character of the king who knows that his enemies surround him and desires to protect the queen and hold on to his authority. He’s fierce and heartless on the battlefield. Though he proves himself victorious, he meets an untimely demise when he comes back home. It’s unfortunate that his appearance in this drama is a brief one, since one of his standout roles was playing an emperor in Empress Ki opposite Ha Ji Won.
Left - Jung Yu Mi. (Photos from: @tving.official) Right - Lee Soo Hyuk. (Photo from: @tving.official)
Jung Yu Mi (Rooftop Prince) portrays the role of Woo Sun, the Head of the Palace Maids. She’s the queen's elder sister and believes that the throne is rightfully hers.
Lee Soo Hyuk (Tomorrow) plays the cruel third prince Go Bal Gi who is also vying for the highest seat of power. He’s ruthless, vile, and would not let anything get in the way of his ambition.
Queen Woo: Part 2 release date and where to watch in Singapore
The first half of the series — consisting of four episodes — has been released on Viu. The second half will be out on 12 September. It’s rated R21 and contains heavy violence, nudity, and explicit scenes.
(Cover photos from: @jichangwook, Viu Singapore)
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