What is ‘Queenmaker’ on Netflix about? Plot of the political K-drama explained

'Queenmaker,' directed by Oh Jin-suk, is written by screenwriter Moon Ji-young and will drop its first season on April 14, 2023
PUBLISHED APR 14, 2023
Moon So Ri in the production still of 'Queenmaker' (Netflix)
Moon So Ri in the production still of 'Queenmaker' (Netflix)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: South Korean television and film industry has gained the necessary recognition after the historic win for 'Parasite' at the 2020 Academy Awards. As Netflix tied up with the industry to release original series and movies, the industry has seen a boom. K-dramas have become popular among audiences due to the streamer, and they long for more content.

With 'Squid Games' becoming popular globally, Netflix is dropping 'Queenmaker' a political drama. The K-drama, directed by Oh Jin-suk, is written by screenwriter Moon Ji-young and will drop its first season on April 14, 2023. The new drama features Kim Hee-ae and Moon So-ri in the lead. The story traces two women joining forces to create a just and truthful world. To know the plot of 'Queenmaker' read below.

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What is the plot of 'Queenmaker'?

The official synopsis reads, "An accomplished fixer for a powerful business conglomerate jumps into politics to make a headstrong civil rights lawyer the next mayor of Seoul."

Trailer

Watch the official trailer dropped by Netflix of 'Queenmaker' below:



 

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