Who stars in 'Queenmaker'? Meet the cast of Netflix's political drama

The Korean series 'Queenmaker' will arrive on Netflix on April 14, 2023, with 12 total episodes of the political drama
Kim Hee-Ae and Ryu Soo-Young will be starring in 'Queenmaker' (@heeae_official/@suyoung_ryu/Instagram)
Kim Hee-Ae and Ryu Soo-Young will be starring in 'Queenmaker' (@heeae_official/@suyoung_ryu/Instagram)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Fictional works in the genre of political drama examine the power relationships, rivalries, and intrigues that exist in the political sphere. The challenges of politicians, public servants, and their families as they make their way through the challenging world of public service are frequently the main emphasis. Political drama frequently investigates the effects of these behaviors on both a personal and social level and dives into contentious topics like corruption, controversy, and ethical quandaries.

Shows like 'House of Cards', 'Mayor of Kingstown', and 'Roadkill', which attracted fans with their complex plotlines, endearing characters, and examination of the murky side of politics, helped to popularize this genre. Netflix's new political drama is titled 'Queenmaker.'

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A new South Korean drama series called 'Queenmaker' will be available to view on Netflix. The Korean film 'Queenmaker' is scheduled to arrive on Friday, April 14, 2023, on Netflix. There will be twelve total episodes of the political drama. According to the official description, a skilled fixer for a significant corporate giant enters politics to elect a brash civil rights attorney as Seoul's next mayor. At 22:30 (KST), 'Queenmaker' will be made accessible for streaming in South Korea. It will also be made available for worldwide Netflix viewing.

Who will star in ‘Queenmaker’

Kim Hee-Ae

Hwang Do-Hee is the role played by Kim Hee-Ae. The 55-year-old will portray the main character. In Korean dramas like 'How Long I've Kissed' (2012), 'Secret Affair' (2014), and 'The World of the Married' (2020), she is most recognized for playing the protagonist. She has won several acting accolades, including four Best Actress for Television Awards and two Daesang (grand prizes) at the Baeksang Arts Awards. She won the Gallup Korea's Television Actor of the Year title in 2020.



 

Moon So-Ri

Moon So-Ri will portray Oh Seung-Sook in the television series 'Queenmaker.' The actress also works as a screenwriter and director. She is best recognized for playing the lead in the critically acclaimed films like 'Oasis' (2002) and 'A Good Lawyer's Wife' (2003). During the recent 42nd Blue Dragon Film Awards and 41st Korean Association of Film Critics Awards, Moon won two Best Actress prizes for her role in the movie 'Three Sisters.'

'Orizzonti' jury member Moon So-ri attends the photocall of the jury during the 73rd Venice Film Festival on August 31, 2016 in Venice, Italy.
Moon So-ri attends the photocall of the jury during the 73rd Venice Film Festival on August 31, 2016 in Venice, Italy (Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

Ryu Soo-Young

Ryu Soo-Young In 1998, while still a college student, he had his first appearance on television on a cookery program. In 2011, Ryu made television appearances in the hit family drama 'Ojakgyo Family' and the romance comedy 'My Princess.' In 2013, he became a cast member of the reality/variety program 'Real Men,' which follows male celebrities as they tour army facilities and witness reserve life. 



 

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