5 reasons to binge-watch Nam Joo Hyuk, Roh Yoon Seo, and Cho Seung Woo’s “The East Palace”
Still figuring out your next binge-watch-worthy series on Netflix? If you like watching dark fantasy series, The East Palace is perfect for you!
The East Palace depicts the story of various spirits occupying the mysterious palace. A spirit slayer named Gu Cheon who travels to the Realm of Gwi with the help of the Court Lady Saeng Gang to solve the mystery behind the deaths of the King’s sons.
1. Stellar Ensemble
The drama features outstanding actors: Nam Joo Hyuk as Gu Cheon, Roh Yoon Seo as Saeng Gang, and Cho Seung Woo as the King. If you missed seeing Nam Joo Hyuk in a series, this drama is a must-watch, as this is his comeback drama after being discharged from the military.
The series was also helmed by the brilliant director Choi Jung Kyu, who previously worked on the series The Devil Judge, and it is penned by Kwon So Ra and Seo Jae Won, who previously worked on supernatural dramas such as Bulgasal: Immortal Souls and The Guest. You’ll also get to see Kwang Dong Yeon and Hong Suzu in this series.
2. A Gripping 8-episode Series
You can finish this drama in one sitting as it only has 8 episodes. In these episodes, you’ll be transported back into the Joseon Dynasty with a gripping plot filled with back-to-back revelations and goosebumps-worthy spirit encounters. The mind-blowing plot twists will leave you intrigued, making you want to continue watching until the end.
3. The Deep Lores
The East Palace is deeply rooted in Korean folklore, featuring different kinds of spirits that Gu Cheon and Saeng Gang encounter in their mission: the gwi-mae, won-gwi, and ak-gwi. You’ll get to know more about the backstories of ghosts in the series as the story progresses and their reasons why they are still wandering inside the palace.
Meanwhile, you will also meet the ggeomeoksali, a “Yang” energy-draining spirit, who has transformed into a cute gremlin that Gu Cheon eventually befriends in the series. It is such an adorable character that will surely capture your heart. It looks like a cinnamon, and I also call it Gu Cheon’s very own Labubu. So cute! It brings light energy to the series.
4. Breathtaking Cinematography
The series features stunning cinematography! It is filled with heart-stopping close-ups of the spirits, lighting techniques, and strategic action shots that add to its impactful storytelling and worldbuilding. The shift from the human world to the dark Realm of Gwi is truly captivating.
5. A Fusion of Genres
It is a story beyond one genre as it blends dark fantasy, historical drama, mystery, and horror, highlights supernatural horror elements, and features plot twists that are perfect for viewers who love watching thrillers and will also be enjoyed by casual viewers. Roh Yoon Seo and Nam Joo Hyuk’s chemistry is something you shouldn’t miss in this series!
Stream The East Palace on Netflix now!
Source: PR from Netflix Philippines
