Princess Hours

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  • TV-Y
  • 2009
  • 1 Season
  • 7.6  (3,031)

Princess Hours is a South Korean drama television series first aired on MBC America in January 2006. It is a romantic-comedy that revolves around the story of a common girl named Shin Chae-kyeong, portrayed by Yoon Eun-hye, who becomes Crown Princess of the Korean monarchy after her grandfather, a former king, suggests her marriage with the Crown Prince Lee Shin, portrayed by Ju Ji-hoon.

The show tells the story of the complexities of Shin and Chae-kyeong's relationship as they are forced to interact with each other due to their marriage, even though they are complete strangers, with Shin initially feeling resentful towards Chae-kyeong's common background. Jung Ji-hoon, who goes by the stage name Rain, appears in a cameo role in the first episode as a yet-to-debut singer who becomes Chae-kyeong's best friend.

The show's plot involves the royal family's desire to use the marriage as a means of gaining popularity and support by selecting someone that is close to the public, hence the choice of Chae-kyeong, who is an average girl living a normal life. While the marriage initially has no affection, it gradually blossoms into something more as the two spend more time together, but not before having some misunderstandings and challenges.

Their relationship is further complicated as they are both involved with other love interests. Lee Yul, Shin's cousin, portrayed by Kim Jeong-hoon, is the second male lead of the series and a romantic rival to the Crown Prince. Shin's half-sister Hyo-rin, portrayed by Song Ji-hyo, is another important character of the series and a romantic interest to the second male lead, Yul.

Throughout the show, the characters navigate their way through the transition from their lives as normal people to dealing with the responsibilities of being part of the royal family. The show also highlights how the Korean monarchy operates and how the values of tradition and modernization clash with each other. The story narrates Chae-kyeong's struggles in adapting to her new lifestyle, the rules that come with being a member of royalty, and the role she has to assume in public events.

Princess Hours is a remarkable show because of the on-screen chemistry the leads Yoon Eun-hye and Ju Ji-hoon share, as well as the other supporting characters. Their acting is genuine, and they portrayed their characters' development excellently that made the viewers root for their relationship from the start of the show. The series' unique and engaging plotline, coupled with the beautiful cinematography, makes it a highly enjoyable watch.

Overall, Princess Hours is an engrossing drama series filled with love, drama, humor, and a taste of the royal lifestyle. It offers not only entertainment but also educational lessons in terms of cultural values. It is a must-watch for those who love romance and those who are curious about Korean monarchy and culture.

Princess Hours is a series that ran for 1 seasons (28 episodes) between August 11, 2009 and on MBC America

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Episode 24
24. Episode 24
February 3, 2006
As the investigation of the arson incident furthers and the facts about it get revealed Shin gets more and more accused of being the cause of it.
Princess Hours 24
24. Princess Hours 24
August 11, 2009
As the investigation of the arson incident furthers and the facts about it get revealed Shin gets more and more accused of being the cause of it.
Princess Hours 23
23. Princess Hours 23
August 11, 2009
Shin gets driven into a corner as an arson suspect. He insists that he is innocent but all the evidence leads back to him. Only Chae-kyeong believes him to be innocent and feels bad looking at his drooping shoulders.
Episode 23
23. Episode 23
February 2, 2006
Shin gets driven into a corner as an arson suspect. He insists that he is innocent but all the evidence leads back to him. Only Chae-kyeong believes him to be innocent and feels bad looking at his drooping shoulders.
Princess Hours 22
22. Princess Hours 22
August 11, 2009
Yool tries his best to keep faithful to his heart even if it means breaking the rules. Shin insists that rules and regulations are the strength that holds the palace together.
Princess Hours 21
21. Princess Hours 21
August 11, 2009
Shin barely manages to cover up for Chae-kyeong's surprise announcement.
Princess Hours 20
20. Princess Hours 20
August 11, 2009
Because of an unexpected incident Chae-kyeong ends up in the middle of a rumor.
Episode 19
19. Episode 19
January 29, 2006
Chae-kyeong gets confused about all the trouble she got into with Shin at Yool's birthday party.
Princess Hours 19
19. Princess Hours 19
August 11, 2009
Chae-kyeong gets confused about all the trouble she got into with Shin at Yool's birthday party.
Princess Hours 18
18. Princess Hours 18
August 11, 2009
The criticisms of whether the Crown Prince is good enough or not keep rising; even the Emperor starts wondering if Yool is more fit for the spot.
Episode 18
18. Episode 18
January 28, 2006
The criticisms of whether the Crown Prince is good enough or not keep rising; even the Emperor starts wondering if Yool is more fit for the spot.
Princess Hours 17
17. Princess Hours 17
August 11, 2009
Chae-kyeong gets angry at Shin for leaving the palace for a while without telling her where he was going.
Princess Hours 16
16. Princess Hours 16
August 11, 2009
Shin and Chae-kyeong leave on a short honeymoon together.
Princess Hours 15
15. Princess Hours 15
August 11, 2009
After finding Chae-kyeong in the Myung-sun Dang, Shin takes her to a place where they can be alone, where they proceed to spill their hearts out and tell their true feelings towards each other.
Princess Hours 14
14. Princess Hours 14
August 11, 2009
After hearing about the couple getting into bed together Yool runs over to see Chae-kyeong.
Princess Hours 13
13. Princess Hours 13
August 11, 2009
The Empress Dowager, Shin and Chae-kyeong go on a little road trip around Cheju. Shin and Chae-kyeong try everything they can to cheer up the Empress Dowager.
Princess Hours 12
12. Princess Hours 12
August 11, 2009
Shin tells Chae-kyeong that he is going to withdraw from being Crowned Prince, and she starts to feel frustrated because she does not know his true feelings.
Princess Hours 11
11. Princess Hours 11
August 11, 2009
Chae-kyeong insists on riding her horse alone even though the court ladies try everything in their power to dissuade her.
Princess Hours 10
10. Princess Hours 10
August 11, 2009
After taking Hyo-rin to the airport Shin makes it to the press conference just in time and gives an outstanding speech.
Princess Hours 9
9. Princess Hours 9
August 11, 2009
While Shin is away in Thailand Chae-kyeong gets lonely and gets in trouble for breaking the car.
Princess Hours 8
8. Princess Hours 8
August 11, 2009
Chae-kyeong and Shin return to the palace after spending time with Chae-kyeong's happy and close-knit family. Shin feels sad to see his family who has always been under the control of his strict father, the King.
Princess Hours 7
7. Princess Hours 7
August 11, 2009
Kam-ae-tta-la starts to feel uneasy as Chae-kyeong adjusts to the palace life. As Hyo-rin thinks back on the good days with Shin she remembers what Hwa-young told her and is determined to get Shin back.
Princess Hours 6
6. Princess Hours 6
August 11, 2009
Thanks to Yool's help, Chae-kyeong looks good in the eyes of the Queen Mother. In addition, after attending a number of events with Shin, she becomes well known to the public and loved by them for her plain looks and free spirit.
Princess Hours 5
5. Princess Hours 5
August 11, 2009
Chae-kyeong, after making her morning calls to the elders of the royal family, is surprised to see Yool inside the palace. Yool, a transfer student in her class, turns out to be Prince Ui-seong.
Princess Hours 4
4. Princess Hours 4
August 11, 2009
On the day after the wedding, Shin and the rest of the adults in the Royal Family go out to fight a little war to ensure they receive what was promised to them for granting the marriage.
Princess Hours 3
3. Princess Hours 3
August 11, 2009
At last, Chae-kyeong has made up her mind to join the Royal Family. Lessons for becoming a proper Crown Princess start as she enters the palace.
Princess Hours 2
2. Princess Hours 2
August 11, 2009
Chae-kyeong has no choice but to marry the prince due to her family's financial crisis.
Princess Hours 1
1. Princess Hours 1
August 11, 2009
In the 14th year of Inhwa dynasty: When the Hyun emperor's illness gets worse than ever, the empress commands the Crown Prince, still in high school, to marry the bride who has been arranged for him beforehand.
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Where to Watch Princess Hours
Princess Hours is available for streaming on the MBC America website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Princess Hours on demand at Netflix.
  • Premiere Date
    August 11, 2009
  • IMDB Rating
    7.6  (3,031)