Under the Queen's Umbrella Season 1

Season 1

A spirited queen tries to rein in her rowdy sons in order to make one of them the next king of Joseon, while her competitors vie to snatch the throne.

Air date: 2022-10-15

Episodes: 16

Episodes

E1: Episode 1

Unlike the crown prince, who thrives in his studies, Im Hwa-ryeong’s other sons arrive late to class – stoking the queen dowager’s disapproval.

Air date: 2022-10-15 • ★ 7.75

E2: Episode 2

Hwa-ryeong urges her sons to join the race to become the cohort of the crown prince. She gets a volunteer, but soon learns of his scandalous secret.

Air date: 2022-10-16 • ★ 8.5

E3: Episode 3

At the selection exam, the king challenges the candidates by posing an unexpected question. The queen dowager closes in on Grand Prince Gye-seong.

Air date: 2022-10-22 • ★ 8

E4: Episode 4

The three finalists debate over a topic that’s plaguing the nation. Grand Prince Seong-nam risks his life to meet a doctor who could heal his brother.

Air date: 2022-10-23 • ★ 9

E5: Episode 5

When the news of the crown prince's ill-health spreads through the palace, members of the royal council pressure the king appoint a new successor.

Air date: 2022-10-29 • ★ 7

E6: Episode 6

Hwang Won-hyeong spearheads an official investigation of the disturbing rumors. The crown princess comes to Hwa-ryeong in distress.

Air date: 2022-10-30 • ★ 7

E7: Episode 7

Seong-nam seeks to take responsibility for the tragedy, hoping to shake his guilt. The royal physician makes a surprising confession before the king.

Air date: 2022-11-05 • ★ 8

E8: Episode 8

When other princes and concubines lie, cheat and scheme to get ahead in the competition, Hwa-ryeong finds a way to slow them down.

Air date: 2022-11-06 • ★ 9

E9: Episode 9

The queen dowager shifts her support to another prince, which makes her former allies nervous. Prince Sim-so returns home to a hostile welcome.

Air date: 2022-11-12 • ★ 8

E10: Episode 10

Gye-seong tries to stop a criminal from entering the palace. Two princes investigate a suspicious blind man. Seong-nam’s royal roots are questioned.

Air date: 2022-11-13 • ★ 9

E11: Episode 11

The queen dowager urges a prince to withdraw from the race. Hwa-ryeong puts an end to the foul play by giving the young scholars a chance to come clean.

Air date: 2022-11-19 • ★ 8

E12: Episode 12

As the new crown prince assumes his royal duties, Hwa-ryeong and the queen dowager now shift their attention to appointing a new crown princess.

Air date: 2022-11-20 • ★ 8

E13: Episode 13

The crown princess visits Hwa-ryeong with an inquiry. Grand Prince Mu-an takes on a new responsibility. A missing page in a medical record is found.

Air date: 2022-11-26 • ★ 8

E14: Episode 14

Hwa-ryeong investigates two similar deaths and takes action to put the humiliating rumors about the newlywed crown prince to rest.

Air date: 2022-11-27 • ★ 7

E15: Episode 15

Physician Kwon forms an alliance to protect himself. The queen dowager tries to obtain critical evidence. The crown princess’ health causes a stir.

Air date: 2022-12-03 • ★ 7

E16: Episode 16

The king faces a dilemma concerning a long-held secret, as revealing it could undo his life's work. The queen gently offers him words of wisdom.

Air date: 2022-12-04 • ★ 8