Jewel in the Crown 2010
What is Jewel in the Crown?
The television series Jewel in the Crown is a historical drama set during the reign of King Sukjong in the Joseon dynasty. The narrative centers on the life of a water maid named Dong Yi.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 60
- Runtime
- 65 minutes
- First aired
- Mar 22, 2010
- Last aired
- Oct 12, 2010
- Original language
- KO
- Origin
- KR
- Networks
- MBC
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The television series Jewel in the Crown is a historical drama set during the reign of King Sukjong in the Joseon dynasty. The narrative centers on the life of a water maid named Dong Yi. As court disputes arise due to the actions of Jang Hee Bin, Dong Yi earns the trust of Queen Inhyeon. She eventually gains the favor of the king after he is moved by her prayers for the Queen's health. Over time, Dong Yi rises through the social hierarchy to become a concubine holding the rank of sook-bin. The story follows her journey within the royal court and concludes with her bearing a son. This child eventually ascends to the throne to become the 21st king of Joseon, known as Yeongjo. The series examines the political tensions and personal relationships within the palace during this era of Korean history, focusing specifically on Dong Yi's transition from a humble water maid to a significant figure in the royal lineage of the Joseon dynasty.
Should you watch it?
“A humble water maid rises to become a royal concubine in Joseon-era Korea.”
- Rich historical setting with detailed costumes and court life
- Compelling rise-of-the-underdog storyline
- Lengthy episode count may feel slow to some viewers
You enjoy Korean historical dramas with strong female leads and royal intrigue.
Suitable for general audiences interested in period drama and royal court dynamics.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 60 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Start of a Tragedy Mar 22, 2010
- E2 The Framing of Sword Fraternity Mar 23, 2010
- E3 The Rescue Mission Mar 29, 2010
- E4 The Search for the Truth Mar 30, 2010
- E5 A Bad Omen Apr 5, 2010
- E6 The Investigation Apr 6, 2010
- E7 The Plan That Backfired Apr 12, 2010
- E8 The Medicine Apr 13, 2010
- E9 The Confession By Jang Ok Jeong Apr 19, 2010
- E10 The Evidence Apr 20, 2010
- E11 The Truth Revealed Apr 26, 2010
- E12 Dong Yi Becomes a Court Lady Apr 27, 2010
- E13 The Sword Fraternity Headband May 3, 2010
- E14 Dong Yi and Chun Soo Reunited May 4, 2010
- E15 Dong Yi Turn Herself In May 10, 2010
- E16 The Truth About Joseon Smuggler May 11, 2010
- E17 Jang Ok Jeong Pregnancy May 17, 2010
- E18 The Queen Dowager Poisoning Scandal May 18, 2010
- E19 The Conspiracy May 24, 2010
- E20 The Death of Queen Dowager May 25, 2010
- E21 The Queen's Dethronement May 31, 2010
- E22 The Audit Jun 1, 2010
- E23 The Assassination Attempt on Dong Yi's Life Jun 7, 2010
- E24 The Disappearances of Dong Yi Jun 8, 2010
- E25 The Exiled Nobleman Jun 14, 2010
- E26 National Security Records Jun 15, 2010
- E27 The Dangerous Plan Jun 21, 2010
- E28 The Melody Jun 22, 2010
- E29 The King and Dong Yi Are Reunited Jun 28, 2010
- E30 A Special Court Lady Jun 29, 2010
- E31 The King Confess His Love Jul 5, 2010
- E32 The Plague Jul 6, 2010
- E33 Dong Yi Discovers The Cause of the Plague Jul 12, 2010
- E34 Dong Yi's Secret Jul 13, 2010
- E35 The Plan to Search For Security Records Jul 19, 2010
- E36 Dong Yi's Trap Jul 20, 2010
- E37 Jang Ok Jeong's Dethronement Jul 26, 2010
- E38 The King's Dream Jul 27, 2010
- E39 A Year Later Aug 2, 2010
- E40 Sword Fraternity Regrouped Aug 3, 2010
- E41 The Hand Signals Aug 9, 2010
- E42 Oh Tae Seok's Murder Aug 10, 2010
- E43 King's Cover Up Aug 16, 2010
- E44 Dong Yi's New Son Aug 17, 2010
- E45 King Sukjong Meets His Son Aug 23, 2010
- E46 Dong Yi and Her Son Come Back to The Palace Aug 24, 2010
- E47 Child Prodigy Aug 30, 2010
- E48 The Plot to Kill The Queen Aug 31, 2010
- E49 The Death of The Queen Sep 6, 2010
- E50 Dong Yi Promotion to Bin Level 1 Concubine Sep 7, 2010
- E51 The Crown Prince is Missing Sep 13, 2010
- E52 The Truth About Crown Prince Illnes Sep 14, 2010
- E53 The Attempt to Kill Prince Yeoning Sep 20, 2010
- E54 Jang Ok Jeong's Family Sentences to Death Sep 21, 2010
- E55 Jang Ok Jeong's Execution Sep 27, 2010
- E56 Prince Yeoning's Marriage Sep 28, 2010
- E57 The King Contemplates to Abdicate Oct 4, 2010
- E58 Jang Moo Yeol's Plan to Frame Dong Yi and The Prince Oct 5, 2010
- E59 Jang Moo Yeol Executed for Treason Oct 11, 2010
- E60 A Happy Ending Oct 12, 2010
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a book?
No, it is an original television series set in the Joseon dynasty.
How many episodes are there?
There is one season with multiple episodes, totaling 60 episodes.
Is it similar to The Jewel in the Crown from 1984?
No, it is a separate Korean production set in a different time and place.
What language is it in?
The series is in Korean.
Does it feature real historical figures?
It includes figures such as King Sukjong, Queen Inhyeon, and Jang Hee Bin, who are based on historical persons.