S01E0135:161. Let Me Borrow You For A MomentDuring the commemoration of Jang Chang Sung's first anniversary memorial service, Jang Gi Yun embarks on the expansion strategy for the company he inherited. This move…
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105 episodes · since August 7, 2023
Ki-yoon is a clever and good-looking chairman of Elegant Empire Entertainment. He is a rich romanticist of the century who seems perfect on the outside, but he is also an ambitious man with a dark secret that he cannot tell others. His wife, Shin Ju-kyung, was able to rise from poverty by marrying…
S01E0135:161. Let Me Borrow You For A MomentDuring the commemoration of Jang Chang Sung's first anniversary memorial service, Jang Gi Yun embarks on the expansion strategy for the company he inherited. This move…
S01E0235:542. Look Who's HereTwo imposing men are pursuing Hee Jae, and it's at this moment that she crosses paths E with Gi Yun. Her demeanor and conversation immediately capture Gi Yun's…
S01E0334:243. A Photo of Gi Yun and Hee JaeSeung Pil takes a picture of Gi Yun and Hee Jae together at a bar and sends it to Jacklyn to get her infuriated. Jacklyn recognizes Hee Jae right away as she looks…
S01E0435:034. The New Model for Miyu CosmeticsHee Jae manages to make Hyunta the new model of Miyu Cosmetics just before Na Hee's contract renewal. Gi Yun and Jacklyn lose control when they lose the deal to NA…
S01E0535:255. Your Man A Breeze for MeWoo Hyuk is unable to move on from his feelings for Ju Kyung, and encountering Hee Jae, who bears a striking resemblance to Ju Kyung, only adds to his confusion. During…
S01E0634:396. ForgivenessSeeing Soo A in Gi Yun's residence triggers memories of the days Hee Jae spent as Shin Ju Kyung. A decade ago, Chairman Jang held unfavorable opinions about Gi Yun and…
S01E0734:297. The Beginning of RegretAfter marrying Gi Yun, Ju Kyung gives birth to a daughter named Soo A and is living happily. Ju Kyung picks up Gi Yun, who has returned from a business trip abroad…
S01E0833:288. Dangerous WomanSeung Pil decides to get his revenge on Gi Yun for his time in prison. He plots with wealthy Jaclyn to steal Gi Yun's company. However, when Gi Yun and Jaclyn cross…
S01E0934:109. Win Over Jaclyn's InterestGi Yun confronts Jaclyn during her inaugural ceremony and successfully feigns condescension to capture her attention. Meanwhile, Assemblyman Yang Hee Chan strategically…
S01E1032:3710. Chairman Jang Gi YunUpon hearing Ju Kyung's assurance that she intended to make him the next chairman and fully support him, Gi Yun had confidence in her words. However, the announcement…
S01E1131:1911. Jang Gi Yun Belongs HereThe astonishing declaration of the new chairman catches Gi Yun off guard, pushing him to rely solely on Jaclyn. To win her favor, he strategizes to fulfill her every…
S01E1233:3312. Ju Kyung Begs Gi Yun to Come HomeJu Kyung tries her best to persuade Gi Yun at the hotel where he and Jaclyn are together to come home. However, Gi Yun doesn't want to leave Jaclyn. Ju Kyung tells Hye…
S01E1332:1513. Gi Yuns TrapJu Kyung tells Chairman Jang that Gi Yun had used company assets as collateral to get an immense loan. Gi Yun senses danger after getting rebuked intensely by Chairman…
S01E1432:0014. Ju Kyung Gets ArrestedAfter Chairman Jang learns Ju Kyung was arrested by the police unfairly at the hands of Gi Yun, he angrily demands Gi Yun to get her released immediately. Gi Yun can't…
S01E1532:5015. An Ambitious EvilAt Chairman Jang's funeral, Ju Kyung is apprehended on allegations of murdering him. Due to Gi Yun's interference, every attorney declines to represent Ju Kyung. Adding…
S01E1633:1616. Divorce PapersHaving already experienced a miscarriage, Ju Kyung now faces an impending prison term due to false murder charges. What makes it even more agonizing is her inability to…
S01E1731:4617. She Will Never ReturnWith Jaclyn now wedded to Gi Yun following Ju Kyung's imprisonment, her current objective is to eliminate Woo Hyuk. Their actions have not only snuffed out Woo Hyuk's…
S01E1830:3118. The Anonymous TextYe Kyung searches for evidence frantically to prove Ju Kyung's innocence, while Gi Yun and Jaclyn consider Yu Kyung to be a thorn in their sides. One day, Ye Kyung…
S01E1932:5319. Gi Yun and Jaclyn Visit Ju KyungAlthough Ye Kyung survives the horrible accident, she seriously injures her leg. Woo Hyuk believes the accident was not a coincidence. Meanwhile, Gi Yun and Jaclyn visit…
S01E2033:1020. A Restraining OrderJu Kyung makes the firm choice to dedicate herself to Soo A's well-being once she's released from prison. On the day of her release, she anxiously watches Soo A from a…
S01E2130:2021. Ju Kyung Needs to Do SomethingThe distressing fact that Soo A could be in harm's way due to Gi Yun and Jaclyn terrifies Ju Kyung. Worried about Soo A's well-being, Ju Kyung anxiously monitors the…
S01E2230:3822. I'll Crash YouAfter parting ways with her colleagues at NA Entertainment for Soo A's sake, Ju Kyung finds herself in a month's time facing Gi Yun's refusal to honor their agreement…
S01E2331:0423. Woo Hyuk Leaves HomeWoo Hyuk gets caught for wanting to become an actor by Jun Hee. He decides to leave his family to continue to become one. With nowhere to go, he heads to NA…
S01E2431:3924. Soo A Recognizes Ju KyungWhile half asleep, Soo A recognizes her mother's face. She leaves the hospital alone and heads to the address she remembers from Woo Hyuk. Meanwhile, Jaclyn leaves the…
S01E2532:2925. Jaclyn's LoveUpon hearing that Gi Yun wants to reunite with Ju Kyung, Jaclyn is shocked, and jealousy begins to take root within her. At the same time, Woo Hyuk acknowledges his love…
S01E2632:0326. Gi Yun FailsGi Yun's plan to drive a wedge between Ju Kyung and Woo Hyuk backfires, leaving him anxious about the potential leverage she may have. He urgently hunts for Chang Sung's…
S01E2731:0127. This Is All On YouIn a heartbreaking moment, Ju Kyung must bear witness as her beloved Ye Kyung's life is taken away in a tragic car accident, leaving her in a state of utter despair. Her…
S01E2830:2428. Yu Kyung Returns As Hee JaeHee Jae appears after completely wiping out Shin Ju Kyung's past. Finally, with Seung Pil's help, she gets to unsheathe her blade in revenge against Jang Gi Yun…
S01E2931:3429. A Smile Of SatisfactionJaclyn and Gi Yun keep getting into fights with Hee Jae in the picture, and Hee Jae watches them with a smile of satisfaction. Meanwhile, Woo Hyuk visits Yu Kyung's…
S01E3033:3530. First on the ListHee Jae picks Jaclyn as her primary focus, and the situation already begins to lean in her favor when she brings Gi Yun home, who is almost passed out from excessive…
S01E3130:4931. Sorry I Didn't Recognize You EarlierOnce Woo Hyuk uncovers her identity, Hee Jae opts to inform him about her true self while keeping her pursuit of Gi Yun a secret. As WJ Entertainment marks its…
S01E3233:3132. PaybackGi Yun gets drunk and looks at his father's picture in deep remorse. Hye Rim falls to the floor when she hears Gi Yun tell her that he knows about the secret of his…
S01E3329:0133. Not Sleeping TogetherHye Rim is thrown off by the surprising fact that Gi Yun and Jaclyn aren't sharing a bedroom. Things get spicy at NA Entertainment as Jaclyn spills the tea on Hee Jae…
S01E3432:5034. Forbidden LoveGi Yun openly expresses his love to Hee Jae but swiftly concludes their romance as it clashes with societal norms. In the meantime, Jaclyn delves into the background of…
S01E3530:3635. Jaclyn Plans To Expose Hee JaeWoo Hyuk is surprised when he learns Jun Hee is the chairwoman at Jung Capital, where Soo Ho works. Meanwhile, Hye Rim guides Dr. Oh secretly down to the basement, and…
S01E3631:1436. Suzuki Yamato AppearsJaclyn slides over an envelope full of money to a man impersonating Suzuki Yamato to get him to testify that he isn't Hee Jae's father. Meanwhile, Hee Jae returns an…
S01E3729:0837. Jaclyn's Plan Utterly FailsJaclyn's face turns red with embarrassment when Suzuki says the opposite of what he promised to expose in front of Gi Yun. When asked about the money he had borrowed for…
S01E3831:4938. A Mere StepmotherHee Jae notices that Soo A naturally gravitates toward her when she picks her up from kindergarten, and Jaclyn is powerless to prevent Hee Jae, the biological mother…
S01E3929:0739. Penniless JaclynJaclyn finds herself with nothing after falling victim to a scam, and now she fears that Gi Yun might leave her, seeing no value in her. She strongly suspects Hee Jae…
S01E4033:4840. Hee Jae Makes Her MoveHee Jae wins Gi Yun's favor when she hands him a large sum of money after seeing him broke and looking for a solution. Gi Yun accepts her offer and falls even harder for…
S01E4132:2641. Hee Jae Leaves Woo HyukHee Jae can't stand the thought of leaving Soo A alone with Jaclyn, who abuses her. She resolves to move in with Gi Yun for the time being. Hee Jae plans to move in with…
S01E4232:4042. Hee Jae Moves InJaclyn devises a plan to destroy Hee Jae, who has now taken over the master bedroom she once shared with Gi Yun. One night, Jaclyn waits for Hee Jae to leave work in the…
S01E4332:1043. Woo Hyuk Saves Hee JaeJaclyn believes she perfectly destroyed the evidence of her crime and leaves the scene. Woo Hyuk saves Hee Jae from the fire, and Hee Jae loses consciousness. Meanwhile…
S01E4433:2544. Divorce Me Not HappeningAfter surviving an almost fatal encounter with Jaclyn, Hee Jae opts to leave the house. Weary of Jaclyn, Gi Yun contemplates divorce, but she derides his financial…
S01E4533:5145. Jaclyn Visits Her MotherAfter getting renounced by her mother-in-law, Hye Rim, Jaclyn has nowhere to go. She remembers the address of her mother's nursing home Seung Pil had given her, and she…
S01E4632:5346. Evidence Of Attempted MurderJaclyn cries in pain as her mother, Sun Ja, cannot recognize her, and Seung Pil feels bad for both of them. Meanwhile, Hee Jae and Woo Hyuk plan to hand over the…
S01E4732:4747. Jaclyn Signs The Divorce PapersEven though Gi Yun finds out about Jaclyn's attempted murder, she blames Ju Kyung for her crime and takes it out on her. Gi Yun gets infuriated at Jacklyn and wants to…
S01E4830:5048. Chang Sung Wakes UpChang Sung miraculously gains consciousness after a year-long sleep, and Gi Yun calls Hye Rim immediately. They plan to soundproof Chang Sung's room secretly while…
S01E4932:3649. Deadly WarningFollowing Woo Hyuk's collapse, Gi Yun firmly warns him to stay away from Hee Jae, cautioning him about potential consequences if he continues to be a problem. This…
S01E5034:2550. Gi Yun Makes Jaclyn DisappearAfter being pushed into a corner by Jaclyn for her investment money, Gi Yun orders Sung Gu to kidnap Jaclyn and put her in a mental hospital. With Jaclyn, a thorn in his…
S01E5127:1151. Jaclyn Learns She is PregnantWith Seung Pil's help, Jaclyn gets away from Sung Gu and makes it to the hospital. At the hospital, Jaclyn finds out she is pregnant and becomes happy about it. Jaclyn…
S01E5231:2152. A Break, Not a BreakupHee Jae decides that, for revenge, it’s only right for her to move back into Gi Yun’s house. To execute her plan, she informs Woo Hyuk that she’s ending everything with…
S01E5329:5953. If Your Love Is True, Let Me BeUpon realizing that Gi Yun has caught them sharing a goodbye kiss, Hee Jae forcefully distances herself from Woo Hyuk, leaving lasting emotional scars on him. Despite…
S01E5427:2054. Gi Yun and Jaclyn's BabyAfter a chance encounter on the street, Hee Chan warns Jun Hee to maintain her current low profile, emphasizing that she should stay quiet. Jun Hee, in turn, makes it…
S01E5529:4655. Hee Jae Risks Her LifeWoo Hyuk and Hee Jae learn that Gi Yun has been extorting landowners of their land for his casino business. Hee Jae puts her life on the line to rescue one of the…
S01E5629:2056. That's ImpossibleGi Yun realizes that an unidentified woman is hindering his progress, yet this doesn't deter him from committing atrocious acts. Meanwhile, all Woo Hyuk desires is the…
S01E5733:1457. Farewell Hee JaeThe news of his mother's illness plunges Woo Hyuk into deep emotional pain, leading him to prioritize her care. Jun Hee, recognizing her imminent fate, implores Woo Hyuk…
S01E5830:0358. I'll Raise Your BabyQuietly making her way into Gi Yun's home lobby, Jaclyn waits for Hee Jae and Soo A to come back. With Jaclyn laying bare the truth, Hee Jae discovers Jaclyn’s secret…
S01E5933:4559. Hee Jae Stops Gi Yun and Hye RimGi Yun and Hye Rim plan to send Chang Sung to an island to lock him up for eternity as he becomes increasingly a burden. However, when they drug Hee Jae to sleep and…
S01E6032:4660. Gi Yun Confronts Woo HyukGi Yun discovers that someone has been discreetly buying large amounts of WJ Entertainment's shares. Gi Yun worries that his company will fall into the hands of someone…
S01E6131:0861. Secret HangoutGi Yun throws a fit at Woo Hyuk after finding out he is planning to dismiss him from his chairman position. Soo A secretly sneaks out of the house and meets Woo Hyuk…
S01E6229:3062. Woo Hyuk's FatherJun Hee immediately breaks up with Sung Il after Hee Chan finds out she is Woo Hyuk's mother. Hee Chan runs a background check on Jun Hee to see if Woo Hyuk is his own…
S01E6331:4463. Hye Rim's BraceletJaclyn proudly flaunts the bracelet Hee Jae had given Hye Rim in front of Hee Jae. Worried about the wiretapping device in the bracelet, Hee Jae forcefully takes it from…
S01E6431:2364. Jaclyn's SuspicionsAfter keeping a close eye on Hee Jae, Jaclyn questions Hee Jae's true identity. Later, Hee Jae commits to a DNA test between her and Soo A to shake off Jaclyn's…
S01E6534:2565. The Elegant EmpireOut of anger, Gi Yun takes away the dolls and toys with memories that Woo Hyuk had given Soo A and makes her cry. Seeing Soo A in tears, Hee Jae tells Woo Hyuk with a…
S01E6634:5166. Jaclyn Enters The BasementWoo Hyuk is shocked to find out that Hee Chan is his biological father. When Jun Hee explains what happened in the past to him, he decides to bring Hee Chan down to take…
S01E6733:3767. A Video Clip From StrangerGi Yun and Hye Rim receive a video clip of Chang Sung from an anonymous caller, and Gi Yun hopes it is not Hee Jae who blackmailed them. Woo Hyuk warns Hee Chan to stop…
S01E6831:1268. Jaclyn Doesn't Back DownHye Rim learns that the baby Jaclyn is carrying isn't a boy. She calls Jaclyn over and interrogates her about her lies and deception. However, Jaclyn doesn't back down…
S01E6932:5069. Hee Jae's New PlanJaclyn can't throw her suspicions of Hee Jae being Ju Kyung away and follows her. Hee Jae plans to use Jaclyn to expose to the world that Woo Hyuk is Hee Chan's love…
S01E7030:2370. Gi Yun Locks JaclynGi Yun determines to dispose of Jaclyn, the thorn in his side. He takes her to a refrigerated container and locks her inside. Luckily, Hee Jae and Woo Hyuk save her from…
S01E7131:4971. Episode 71Pressured by Woo Hyuk's threat, Hee Chan is forced to expose Gi Yun's every corruption to the public. Meanwhile, Hee Jae involves Jaclyn to bring down both Hee Chan and…
S01E7230:1172. Episode 72As the safe vanishes, Hee Jae frets anxiously, worried that Gi Yun may have caught on to her true intentions. Meanwhile, Jaclyn pays a visit to Hee Chan, aiming to lure…
S01E7333:2973. Episode 73Gi Yun believes Hee Jae does not love him, and he questions why she approached him. Meanwhile, Hee Chan thinks deeply about hurting his son, Woo Hyuk. However, Gi Yun…
S01E7431:1874. Episode 74Woo Hyuk falls into despair after his mother dies from a hit-and-run accident that was supposed to be for him. Hee Chan sees Woo Hyuk in deep sadness and can't help but…
S01E7535:1675. Episode 75Gi Yun provokes Woo Hyuk on purpose and then reports him to the police to keep him from the funeral. Jaclyn barges into Gi Yun's home for her revenge even though Seung…
S01E7632:1876. Episode 76Gi Yun discovers that someone is aware of the home CCTV and has tampered with its configurations. This leads him to suspect that either Hee Jae or Jaclyn might be…
S01E7732:0077. Episode 77As Hee Jae's clandestine activities in the study come to light, Gi Yun takes proactive measures, initiating a surveillance plan to closely observe her actions…
S01E7829:2178. Episode 78Woo Hyuk is willing to bend his standards to ensure the downfall of Yang Hee Chan, involving Bit Na in the process. Meanwhile, in her effort to aid Chang Sung's escape…
S01E7932:0779. Episode 79Gi Yun, who has always been suspicious of Hee Jae, finally learns through the medication Hee Jae was taking and genetic testing with Soo A that she is positively Shin Ju…
S01E8033:5280. Episode 80Bit Na falls victim to Gi Yun's scheme and collapses when she hears Woo Hyuk is her half-brother. Hee Chan is also stunned by Gi Yun's intentions and intends to fight…
S01E8133:0681. Episode 81Now that Gi Yun knows Hee Jae's real identity, he's strategizing a countermove with a plan to inflict profound and lasting pain. It kicks off with Gi Yun proposing to…
S01E8231:0082. Episode 82Gi Yun shares the truth about Hee Jae with Hye Rim, outlining the plans he has for her. The sheer audacity of the situation makes it difficult for Hye Rim to grasp…
S01E8333:5883. Episode 83Seung Pil's mishap unites Jaclyn and Hee Jae, sparking a conversation about their future intentions. During this exchange, Jaclyn emphasizes her commitment to ensuring…
S01E8433:3784. Episode 84Hee Chan tries to destroy Gi Yun for Woo Hyuk's well-being but to no avail. Knowing Hee Chan would betray him, Gi Yun exposes to the press about Hee Chan's crime and…
S01E8532:0385. Episode 85Hee Jae is deeply shocked after discovering Gi Yun had known about her true identity all along. Jaclyn, who knows about Gi Yun's plan, warns Hee Jae to tread cautiously…
S01E8633:3386. Episode 86The threat to Hee Jae's life escalates as Gi Yun becomes a danger, and Hee Jae discovers herself without assistance. However, an unforeseen development lands Hee Jae in…
S01E8732:2387. Episode 87Soo A is overjoyed and tears up upon realizing that Hee Jae is her mother. However, she is concerned that her mother might leave again. Witnessing Soo A's happiness at…
S01E8833:4688. Episode 88Despite her revenge plans, Hee Jae places Chang Sung's safety first. Nevertheless, Gi Yun, sensing the impending threat, acts proactively. When Hee Jae finally catches…
S01E8932:4889. Episode 89Gi Yun becomes a mess when he learns he lost Chang Sung to Hee Jae. He meets with Dr. Oh and plans to play the media to stop Chang Sung's interview. Meanwhile, Hee Chan…
S01E9030:1790. Episode 90Although Hee Chan's hit-and-run accident was not fatal, Gi Yun still smiles in satisfaction. Gi Yun visits NA Entertainment's accommodation to take back Chang Sung, but…
S01E9130:3591. Episode 91The police arrest Gi Yun for instigating Hee Chan's murder. However, Gi Yun claims that Woo Hyuk manipulated the footage to frame him for the crime. Hee Jae and Woo Hyuk…
S01E9231:5392. Episode 92Hee Jae finds herself challenged to prove her innocence in the face of Gi Yun's bold actions. Attempting to vindicate herself, she presents a video of Chang Sung to the…
S01E9332:5593. Episode 93Gi Yun attempts to frame Hee Jae for fraud, yet Woo Hyuk ensures she avoids arrest. Despite Gi Yun's efforts against Hee Jae, she is determined to return home solely for…
S01E9431:1694. Episode 94Chang Sung makes a video for Gi Yun that allows Gi Yun to prove that the footage Hee Jae submitted before was fake. Gi Yun gladly accepts his father's gift and puts Hee…
S01E9530:4695. Episode 95Gi Yun becomes anxious, thinking that Hee Chan still has files on his corruption. Although Hye Rim is still on bad terms with Young Ran, she visits Young Ran in the…
S01E9627:0896. Episode 96Jaclyn, despite being the brain behind it all, feigns ignorance about Gi Yun's mother. Gi Yun is on the brink, with no idea how to handle his mother's disappearance…
S01E9729:0297. Episode 97Noticing that Yang Hee Chan isn't following the script, Gi Yun instructs Sung Gu to eliminate Hee Jae and Woo Hyuk. Sung Gu is assured safety upon leaving the country…
S01E9830:1598. Episode 98Even after Yang Hee Chan's confession, Gi Yun skillfully turns the situation to his advantage. Hee Jae and Woo Hyuk struggle to bring Gi Yun down, and now Tak Sung Gu…
S01E9928:1799. Episode 99Jaclyn quickly escapes the house when she learns Gi Yun is returning home with Hye Rim, whom she is responsible for locking up in the mental hospital. Meanwhile, Young…
S01E10030:45100. Episode 100Woo Hyuk and Hee Jae head to the prosecution office to turn in Gi Yun's corruption ledger. However, Gi Yun lets them know about Soo A being diagnosed with leukemia to…
S01E10129:19101. Episode 101Gi Yun is singularly fixated on ensuring Hee Jae faces consequences for the embarrassment he endured, subsequently forging ahead with VK Media Valley's groundbreaking…
S01E10231:29102. Episode 102Gi Yun confronts a challenging situation upon discovering a video depicting him mistreating his father. Skillfully evading the scenario, he endeavors to sway public…
S01E10330:11103. Episode 103Gi Yun reminds Prosecutor Yoo that he will take control of the country with VK Media's business and sways him to lock up Hee Jae, Woo Hyuk, and Jaclyn before the…
S01E10429:48104. Episode 104After suffering a fatal blow from Hee Jae's entourage, Gi Yun looks to flee overseas with Hye Rim and Soo A. Meanwhile, everyone at WJ Entertainment and the people…
S01E10536:58105. Episode 105After getting revenge on Gi Yun, Hee Jae reclaims her name and position and begins living a happy life with Soo A. Jaclyn recalls her memories of Seung Pil and starts a…Where to stream The Elegant Empire Season 1
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About season 1
Season 1 of The Elegant Empire has 105 episodes, aired from August 7, 2023 to January 19, 2024 on KBS2. Episodes run 32 minutes on average.
Frequently asked questions about The Elegant Empire Season 1
How many episodes are in The Elegant Empire Season 1?
The Elegant Empire Season 1 has 105 episodes.
When did The Elegant Empire Season 1 air?
The first episode aired on August 7, 2023 and the last one on January 19, 2024.
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In the United States, The Elegant Empire is available with a subscription on OnDemandKorea, Kocowa Amazon Channel and Kocowa (source: JustWatch via TMDB, offers subject to change). Availability of each season depends on the platform.