Has The Haunted Palace been renewed for Season 2? Here's what we know:
The Haunted Palace is the latest K-drama from SBS. This historical K-drama has everything from comedy and possessions to evil grudges and first love.
K-dramas usually have 1 season but this is changing due to global popularity like that of Penthouse, Taxi Driver and Squid Game.
As of now, there's no news regarding the renewal of The Haunted Palace, but we look at the possibility of a Season 2.
The Haunted Palace is another exciting K-drama from SBS which is known for fun sageuks like Moon Lovers, Lovers of the Red Sky and The Secret Romantic Guesthouse. Said to be a romantic fantasy drama, it has everything from supernatural possession and mysteries to first love and comedy.
The 16-episode season stars Yook Sung-jae, Bona and Kim Ji-hoon among others. It is helmed by director Yoon Sung-shik who is known for iconic historical dramas like Hwarang and Mr Queen.
With shocking revelations and plot twists, the season finale is bound to have viewers on the edge of their seats.
If you're watching the first season and want to know if there will be a second, this article has all the details you're looking for.
Here's everything we know:
What is The Haunted Palace Season 1 about?
The K-drama follows three Joseon characters who come from different walks of life but are forced to work together to get rid of dangerous spirits plaguing the capital and the royal family. Yoon Gap is a handsome and efficient official who gets possessed by an Imugi who had once stalked a shaman family.
And guess who is brought in to exorcise spirits in the palace? Yeo-ri, the same shaman girl who was harassed by the Imugi and also happens to be Yoon Gap's first love. But they must put their differences aside and join hands with King Lee Sung to save the palace. A reformist who wants to create a strong nation, the king takes it upon himself to get rid of all corruption while refusing to believe that supernatural beings exist.
We have ongoing coverage of The Haunted Palace on the site, including recaps for all episodes. You can find those HERE!
Has The Haunted Palace Been Renewed for Season 2?
At the time of writing, The Haunted Palace has not been renewed for season 2.
While the K-drama industry is changing its format, we are yet to see multiple-season shows. Sure, dramas like Strong Girl Nam-soon, Doctor Romantic and Taxi Driver 2 appear to be an exception thanks to their roaring success. But it is unlikely that we will get The Haunted Palace season 2 at the moment, especially since SBS historical K-drama sequels are pretty rare.
What do we know about The Haunted Palace Season 2?
Not much is known about The Haunted Palace Season 2 at the moment given that it has not been greenlit. A prequel could explore Gangcheori's past, the previous King's rule or even the attack on Yongdam Village. There is also plenty of material for a sequel as the shamans go about resolving supernatural incidents around the country.
If the K-drama does return, you can expect a season with approximately 16 episodes, each lasting around 50 minutes. However, nothing is confirmed yet, but we'll be sure to update this page as soon as any new information comes in.
Would you like to see The Haunted Palace return for a second season? Or do you think the story has run its course? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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