The Scandal
Seen it?2026 | 1 seasons | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It's still drawing plenty of interest, but a small audience and mixed reviews held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: expect sex.
- It's in Korean, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
In Joseon, a secret proposal ignites hidden desires in a gifted noblewoman, a famed lover and an unsuspecting lady caught in their dangerous game.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
Mixed reviews
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted.
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Limited series that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 416K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
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Cast & crew
Created by Jung Ji-woo
- Son Ye-jinLady Cho
- Ji Chang-wookCho Won
- NanaAhn Hui-yeon
- Han Seon-hwaSo-ok's Mom
- Shin Youn-haLee So-ok
- Kang Ji-eunLady Jeonggyeong
- Kwon Do-kyunChil-seong
- Kang Chan-heeKwon In-ho
- Kang Myung-sooCommander of the royal guard
- Jeong Gi-seopLeft State Councillor