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The Best Episodes of Captivating the King Season 1

Every episode of Captivating the King Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Captivating the King Season 1!

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Amid a royal and political power struggle, a king entangles with an intriguing woman — whose hidden desire for revenge transforms into unintended love.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    8.1/10(63 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    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

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  2. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    8.3/10(53 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    9.0/10(50 votes)

    #3 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    9.0/10(50 votes)

    #4 - Episode 4

    S1:E4

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    8.9/10(46 votes)

    #5 - Episode 5

    S1:E5

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode 6
    8.9/10(44 votes)

    #6 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    9.1/10(48 votes)

    #7 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 8 - Episode 8
    9.5/10(69 votes)

    #8 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 9 - Episode 9
    8.7/10(47 votes)

    #9 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 10 - Episode 10
    8.7/10(47 votes)

    #10 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 11 - Episode 11
    9.1/10(45 votes)

    #11 - Episode 11

    S1:E11

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 12 - Episode 12
    9.2/10(47 votes)

    #12 - Episode 12

    S1:E12

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 13
    8.9/10(39 votes)

    #13 - Episode 13

    S1:E13

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 14 - Episode 14
    8.8/10(37 votes)

    #14 - Episode 14

    S1:E14

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 15 - Episode 15
    9.0/10(36 votes)

    #15 - Episode 15

    S1:E15

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Captivating the King Season 1 Episode 16 - Episode 16
    8.6/10(40 votes)

    #16 - Episode 16

    S1:E16

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "Captivating the King" season 1. It scored 8.1/10 based on 63 votes. Directed by Cho Nam-guk and written by Kim Seon-deok, it aired on 1/21/2024. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2".