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Love in the Moonlight 2016

“The unlikely love story between a crown prince and his eunuch.”

★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 106 votes TV-MA ComedyDramaWar & Politics 1 seasons · 18 eps Ended
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What is Love in the Moonlight?

Love in the Moonlight is a 2016 television series set during the Joseon era. The narrative centers on a young woman who has lived her entire life disguised as a man.

Type
TV series
Year
2016
Status
Ended
Episodes
18
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Aug 22, 2016
Last aired
Oct 18, 2016
Original language
KO
Origin
KR
Networks
KBS2
Genres
Comedy, Drama, War & Politics
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 106 votes
Format
1 season · 18 episodes
Episode runtime
~60 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
KBS2
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Love in the Moonlight is a 2016 television series set during the Joseon era. The narrative centers on a young woman who has lived her entire life disguised as a man. Through a series of events, she finds herself working within the royal palace as a eunuch. While navigating this new environment, she begins to form a bond with the crown prince. The show explores the complexities of her dual identity and the evolving relationship between the two figures within the confines of the palace. The story follows her transition from her previous life to her service in the royal court, highlighting the challenges she faces while maintaining her secret. As the plot progresses, the connection between the eunuch and the crown prince deepens, serving as the primary focus of the drama. This production examines themes of identity, duty, and romance against the historical backdrop of the Joseon period. The series documents the unfolding interactions between these characters as their lives become increasingly intertwined within the royal household.

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“A woman disguises herself as a man and becomes a royal eunuch in the Joseon palace.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging premise
  • royal palace setting
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  • features political conflict

Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas centered on unlikely royal romances.

The series is rated TV-MA and includes themes of war and politics.

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What is the premise?

A woman living as a man becomes a eunuch and bonds with the crown prince.

What is the genre?

The series is categorized as comedy, drama, and war and politics.

When was it released?

The series was released in 2016.

What is the setting?

The story takes place in the Joseon royal palace.

What is the rating?

The show carries a TV-MA rating.

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