Scarlet Heart: Ryeo (2016)

Kernel Score: 93% · 559 ratings

Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, War & Politics

First aired: 2016-08-29

Seasons: 1 · 20 episodes

Where to watch Scarlet Heart: Ryeo

  • Stream: Rakuten Viki
  • Free with ads: Rakuten Viki

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

A story of a 25-year-old Go Hajin who is transported back in time to the Goryeo Dynasty. She then wakes up in the body of Lady Hae Soo and finds herself amongst the ruling princes of the Wang Family.

Scarlet Heart: Ryeo parents' guide: ages 14+

Parents need to know that this K-drama features royal political intrigue, love triangles, and death themes typical of period romance.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Palace politics involve rivalry, tragedy, and death among royal family members.
  • Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Forbidden love and a reverse-harem-style romantic dynamic with multiple princes.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Cast

  • IU as Go Hajin / Lady Hae Soo
  • Lee Joon-gi as Wang So (4th Prince)
  • Kang Ha-neul as Wang Wook (8th Prince)
  • Hong Jong-hyun as Wang Yo (3rd Prince)
  • Baekhyun as Wang Eun (10th Prince)
  • Nam Joo-hyuk as Wang Baeka (13th Prince)
  • Kim Ji-soo as Wang Jeong (14th Prince)
  • Yoon Sun-woo as Wang Won (9th Prince)
  • Kim San-ho as Wang Mu (Crown Prince / 1st Prince)
  • Seohyun as Princess Woohee

Scarlet Heart: Ryeo FAQ

Is Scarlet Heart: Ryeo good?

Scarlet Heart: Ryeo has a 93% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 559 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Scarlet Heart: Ryeo?

In the US you can stream Scarlet Heart: Ryeo on Rakuten Viki and watch it free with ads on Rakuten Viki.

Is Scarlet Heart: Ryeo OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that this K-drama features royal political intrigue, love triangles, and death themes typical of period romance.

What shows are like Scarlet Heart: Ryeo?

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