The Iron Empress 2009
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- January 3, 2009
- Last Aired
- September 27, 2009
- Format
- 1 season · 78 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~84.5 hours (65 min/ep)
- Network
- KBS2
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video
What is The Iron Empress?
The Iron Empress is a television series first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, War & Politics, Action & Adventure.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 78
- Runtime
- 65 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 3, 2009
- Last aired
- Sep 27, 2009
- Original language
- KO
- Origin
- KR
- Networks
- KBS2
- Genres
- Drama, War & Politics, Action & Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 5 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 78 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~65 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- KBS2
Where to watch in Japan
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 78 episodes and an average 65-minute runtime.
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The Iron Empress is a television series first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, War & Politics, Action & Adventure. Produced and broadcast by KBS2. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 78 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“An ambitious empress fights to protect her kingdom while navigating complex personal and political struggles.”
- compelling historical protagonist
- high-stakes political conflict
- intense character choices
- complex power dynamics
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas centered on powerful female figures and political intrigue.
The series contains depictions of war, combat, and intense personal conflict.
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Season 1 · 78 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Epsiode 1 Mytharc Jan 3, 2009
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jan 4, 2009
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jan 10, 2009
- E4 Episode 4 Core Jan 11, 2009
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jan 17, 2009
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jan 18, 2009
- E7 Episode 7 Core Jan 24, 2009
- E8 Episode 8 Core Jan 25, 2009
- E9 Episode 9 Core Jan 31, 2009
- E10 Episode 10 Core Feb 1, 2009
- E11 Episode 11 Core Feb 7, 2009
- E12 Episode 12 Core Feb 8, 2009
- E13 Episode 13 Core Feb 14, 2009
- E14 Episode 14 Core Feb 15, 2009
- E15 Episode 15 Core Feb 21, 2009
- E16 Episode 16 Core Feb 22, 2009
- E17 Episode 17 Core Feb 28, 2009
- E18 Episode 18 Core Mar 1, 2009
- E19 Episode 19 Core Mar 7, 2009
- E20 Episode 20 Core Mar 8, 2009
- E21 Episode 21 Core Mar 14, 2009
- E22 Episode 22 Core Mar 15, 2009
- E23 Episode 23 Core Mar 21, 2009
- E24 Episode 24 Core Mar 22, 2009
- E25 Episode 25 Core Mar 28, 2009
- E26 Episode 26 Core Mar 29, 2009
- E27 Episode 27 Core Apr 4, 2009
- E28 Episode 28 Core Apr 5, 2009
- E29 Episode 29 Core Apr 11, 2009
- E30 Episode 30 Core Apr 12, 2009
- E31 Episode 31 Core Apr 18, 2009
- E32 Episode 32 Core Apr 19, 2009
- E33 Episode 33 Core Apr 25, 2009
- E34 Episode 34 Core Apr 26, 2009
- E35 Episode 35 Core May 2, 2009
- E36 Episode 36 Core May 3, 2009
- E37 Episode 37 Core May 9, 2009
- E38 Episode 38 Core May 10, 2009
- E39 Episode 39 Core May 16, 2009
- E40 Episode 40 Core May 17, 2009
- E41 Episode 41 Core May 23, 2009
- E42 Episode 42 Core May 24, 2009
- E43 Episode 43 Core May 30, 2009
- E44 Episode 44 Core May 31, 2009
- E45 Episode 45 Core Jun 6, 2009
- E46 Episode 46 Core Jun 7, 2009
- E47 Episode 47 Core Jun 13, 2009
- E48 Episode 48 Core Jun 14, 2009
- E49 Episode 49 Core Jun 20, 2009
- E50 Episode 50 Core Jun 21, 2009
- E51 Episode 51 Core Jun 27, 2009
- E52 Episode 52 Core Jun 28, 2009
- E53 Episode 53 Core Jul 4, 2009
- E54 Episode 54 Core Jul 5, 2009
- E55 Episode 55 Core Jul 11, 2009
- E56 Episode 56 Core Jul 12, 2009
- E57 Episode 57 Core Jul 18, 2009
- E58 Episode 58 Core Jul 19, 2009
- E59 Episode 59 Core Jul 25, 2009
- E60 Episode 60 Core Jul 26, 2009
- E61 Episode 61 Core Aug 1, 2009
- E62 Episode 62 Core Aug 2, 2009
- E63 Episode 63 Core Aug 8, 2009
- E64 Episode 64 Core Aug 9, 2009
- E65 Episode 65 Core Aug 15, 2009
- E66 Episode 66 Core Aug 16, 2009
- E67 Episode 67 Core Aug 22, 2009
- E68 Episode 68 Core Aug 23, 2009
- E69 Episode 69 Core Aug 29, 2009
- E70 Episode 70 Core Aug 30, 2009
- E71 Episode 71 Core Sep 5, 2009
- E72 Episode 72 Core Sep 6, 2009
- E73 Episode 73 Core Sep 12, 2009
- E74 Episode 74 Core Sep 13, 2009
- E75 Episode 75 Core Sep 19, 2009
- E76 Episode 76 Core Sep 20, 2009
- E77 Episode 77 Mytharc Sep 26, 2009
- E78 Episode 78 Mytharc Sep 27, 2009
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
The series follows the life of Empress Cheonchu as she struggles to protect the Goryeo Dynasty.
Who is the main character?
The story focuses on Empress Cheonchu, the granddaughter of the Goryeo Dynasty founder.
When was the show released?
The Iron Empress was released in 2009.
What is the setting of the series?
The series is set during the Goryeo Dynasty.
What is the empress's role?
She serves as the regent for her son, Mokjong, the seventh ruler of the dynasty.
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