The Moon Embracing the Sun (2012)
Kernel Score: 89% · 227 ratings
Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 2012-01-04
Seasons: 1 · 20 episodes
Where to watch The Moon Embracing the Sun
- Stream: Rakuten Viki, OnDemandKorea, Kocowa, WeTV
- Free with ads: Rakuten Viki
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Years after she's assumed dead by the palace, a young noblewoman, now trained as a shaman, returns to court to reclaim her rightful position as queen.
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Cast
- Kim Soo-hyun as King Lee Hwon
- Yeo Jin-goo as Lee Hwon (young)
- Han Ga-in as Heo Yeon-woo / shaman Wol
- Kim Yoo-jung as Heo Yeon-woo (young)
- Jung Il-woo as Prince Yang-myung
- Lee Tae-ri as Yang-myung (young)
- Kim Min-seo as Yoon Bo-kyung
- Kim So-hyun as Yoon Bo-kyung (young)
- Sunwoo Jae-duk as Heo Young-jae
- Song Jae-hee as Heo Yeom
The Moon Embracing the Sun FAQ
Is The Moon Embracing the Sun good?
The Moon Embracing the Sun has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 227 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Moon Embracing the Sun?
In the US you can stream The Moon Embracing the Sun on Rakuten Viki, OnDemandKorea, Kocowa and WeTV and watch it free with ads on Rakuten Viki.
What is The Moon Embracing the Sun rated?
The Moon Embracing the Sun is rated TV-PG.
What shows are like The Moon Embracing the Sun?
If you liked The Moon Embracing the Sun, try My Only Love Song, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, Under the Queen's Umbrella and Mr. Queen.