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The Worst Episodes of Captivating the King

Every episode of Captivating the King ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Captivating the King!

Amid a royal and political power struggle, a king entangles with an intriguing woman — whose hidden desire for revenge transforms into unintended love.
Genres:DramaWar & Politics
Network:tvN

Worst Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the worst rated episode of "Captivating the King". It scored 8.1/10 based on 60 votes. Directed by Cho Nam-guk and written by Kim Seon-deok, it aired on 1/21/2024. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Episode 2".

  • Episode 1
    8.1/1060 votes
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    #1 - Episode 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/21/2024

    After a Qing-mandated exile, Grand Prince Jinhan returns to a hostile palace. He later encounters an intriguing baduk player who proves to be elusive.

    Director: Cho Nam-guk

    Writer: Kim Seon-deok

  • Episode 2
    8.2/1050 votes
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    #2 - Episode 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/21/2024

    After facing Yi In in a game of baduk, Kang Hee-soo develops feelings for him. Meanwhile, Yi Seon grows increasingly ill, creating a succession crisis.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 9
    8.6/1043 votes
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    #3 - Episode 9

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 2/10/2024

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  • Episode 16
    8.6/1034 votes
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    #4 - Episode 16

    Season 1 Episode 16 - Aired 3/3/2024

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  • Episode 10
    8.7/1044 votes
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    #5 - Episode 10

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 2/10/2024

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  • Episode 14
    8.7/1032 votes
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    #6 - Episode 14

    Season 1 Episode 14 - Aired 2/25/2024

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    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 5
    8.8/1041 votes
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    #7 - Episode 5

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/2/2024

    Yi In summons Myung-ha to the palace and appoints him to a special role. To get the attention of the king, Hee-soo takes part in the baduk examination.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 6
    8.8/1040 votes
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    #8 - Episode 6

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 2/3/2024

    Hee-soo receives a stern warning from Yi In upon becoming his official baduk companion, later becoming entangled in a political ploy by the queen dowager.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 13
    8.8/1034 votes
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    #9 - Episode 13

    Season 1 Episode 13 - Aired 2/24/2024

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    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 3
    8.9/1046 votes
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    #10 - Episode 3

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 1/27/2024

    Kim Myung-ha urges Hee-soo to stop her ruse. When a royal crisis arises, Kang Hang-soon performs a selfless act — but Kim Jong-bae schemes against Yi In.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 4
    8.9/1045 votes
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    #11 - Episode 4

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 1/28/2024

    After a confrontation with Yi Seon, Yi In ascends to the throne — but not without opposition. In the process, he cruelly turns a blind eye to Hee-soo.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 15
    8.9/1031 votes
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    #12 - Episode 15

    Season 1 Episode 15 - Aired 3/2/2024

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  • Episode 7
    9.0/1045 votes
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    #13 - Episode 7

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/8/2024

    Yi In begins to suspect a suspicious relationship between Myung-ha and Hee-soo. Later, Hee-soo joins the Grand Prince on a royal trip with the King.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Episode 11
    9.1/1040 votes
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    #14 - Episode 11

    Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 2/17/2024

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    Director: N/A

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  • Episode 12
    9.2/1040 votes
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    #15 - Episode 12

    Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 2/18/2024

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  • Episode 8
    9.5/1062 votes
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    #16 - Episode 8

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 2/9/2024

    After rumors of Yi In's affection toward Hee-soo spread like wildfire, the palace arranges a royal night of intimacy for him — despite true feelings.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A