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The Best Episodes of The East Palace Season 1

Every episode of The East Palace Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The East Palace Season 1!

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A man who walks the spirit world and a court lady who hears the dead enter the East Palace by the king's orders — can they unravel its dark secrets?

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The East Palace Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    9.3/10(3 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    After a mysterious death, the king summons the spirit slayer Gu-cheon to banish the pond spirit. Saeng-gang, who hears the dead, also appears before him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    After a close call while pursuing the pond spirit, Gu-cheon makes a pact with Saeng-gang. Later, they uncover the truth behind the salt storehouse ghost.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    The king orders Gu-cheon to save the prince — or die. Forced to enter the spirit realm, he comes face-to-face with the ghost of a former royal guard.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    Gu-cheon and Saeng-gang attempt to seal the pond spirit for good. Still suspicious about the crown princes' deaths, Gu-cheon returns to Saeng-gang.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    Gu-cheon escapes danger with Saeng-gang's help. As the king falls ill, Gu-cheon fights the evil spirit — only for a guardian spirit to stand in his way.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    During Gu-cheon's fight, Saeng-gang comes under threat — bringing them closer to the truth. But Gu-cheon loses his sight, putting their mission at risk.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    The king and queen dowager clash over the tragedies as resentful spirits close in. Gu-cheon and Saeng-gang steel themselves for a final confrontation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The East Palace Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Chaos engulfs the palace as the vengeful spirit moves to devour everything in its path. Can Gu-cheon and Saeng-gang stop him before it's too late?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The East Palace" season 1. It scored 9.3/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/17/2026. This episode is rated 1.3 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".