King the Land — Season 1
16 episodesFirst aired 17 June 2023
Heir Gu Won cannot stand fake smiles. When he meets Cheon Sa-rang, her sincere smile is at the ready. The pair seek to create happy moments where they can smile brightly at each other. King the Land is a VVIP business lounge, a paradise catering to wealthy hoteliers. It is owned by King Group, with hotels, distribution companies, and an airline in its portfolio. Now, Won has been thrown into an inheritance tug-of-war. With his brilliant mind, innate grace, and captivating charm, he has everything but lacks common sense when dating. Sa-rang makes the world brighter with just her smile. She is thrilled to land a job at the King Hotel, where she had some of her happiest times as a child. She must now put those sweet memories away and mature quickly to face the frequent workplace prejudices and misunderstandings that come her way.
E1Episode 1
7.4Jun 20231h 7m
Cheon Sa-rang begins her job at King Hotel — despite the occasional hiccups. Gu Won struggles to integrate himself into the family business.
E2Episode 2
7.2Jun 20231h 10m
After an awkward interaction, Sa-rang and Won get off to a bad start — later embarking on a trip together. Sa-rang faces relationship problems.
E3Episode 3
7.4Jun 20231h 8m
During their contentious trip, Sa-rang and Won share a moment of vulnerability. While Sa-rang later earns praise, Won faces hostility from his family.
E4Episode 4
7.8Jun 20231h 9m
Won navigates his sudden feelings for Sa-rang. Sa-rang begins her new role — putting her closer to Won.
E5Episode 5
8.0Jul 20231h 12m
Won's unexpected attempts to get closer to Sa-rang leave her feeling confused. Meanwhile, Won disapproves of Sa-rang's work responsibilities.
E6Episode 6
7.6Jul 20231h 16m
Won hurries to Sa-rang during her time of need. After spending the following days together, Won asks her an important question.
E7Episode 7
7.2Jul 20231h 14m
Won continues to court Sa-rang, despite her hesitance. An Arab prince visits the hotel and begins competing with Won for Sa-rang's attention.
E8Episode 8
9.0Jul 20231h 15m
Prince Samir arranges a party for Sa-rang — much to Won's jealousy. Won later invites Sa-rang on a date, pulling out all the stops.
E9Episode 9
9.7Jul 20231h 9m
Won and Sa-rang navigate their relationship after their momentous night — later having to win the approval of an important figure in Sa-rang's life.
E10Episode 10
9.3Jul 20231h 5m
Won takes Sa-rang and her friends on a trip abroad, but struggles to find alone time with her. He later opens up about his past to Sa-rang.
E11Episode 11
9.3Jul 20231h 16m
With much at stake, Won accepts the task of running the hotel's 100th anniversary. Sa-rang meets an employee who may hold clues to Won's past.
E12Episode 12
9.3Jul 20231h 5m
Won and Gu Hwa-ran attempt to figure out the future of King Group. Just as Sa-rang and Won's relationship solidifies, an unexpected guest arrives.
E13Episode 13
9.5Jul 20231h 13m
An uncomfortable encounter leaves Sa-rang and Won in an awkward place. Won prepares his presentation — facing his family with his plans for the future.
E14Episode 14
9.5Jul 20231h 6m
Won and Sa-rang go into damage control after Hwa-ran's act of sabotage. Sa-rang receives a stern request from Won's father.
E15Episode 15
9.0Aug 20231h 15m
Won unexpectedly encounters a figure from his past. After he visits Sa-rang at her new location, he makes a decision about the hotel branch.
E16Episode 16
9.0Aug 20231h 13m
Sa-rang finally makes a decisive choice about her future. After delaying his plans to make room for Sa-rang's, Won approaches her with a question.