Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016)

달의 연인 - 보보경심 려 · 달의 연인 - 보보경심 려 ‧ Drama ‧ 2016

When a total eclipse of the sun takes place, Go Ha Jin is transported back in time to the start of the Goryeo Dynasty of Korea during King Taejo's rule. She wakes up in the body of the 16-year-old Hae Soo and finds herself living in the house of the 8th Prince Wang Wook, who is married to Hae Soo's cousin. She soon befriends several of the princes and meets the ostracized 4th Prince, Wang So. Although knowing she should not get involved in palace intrigues over the succession to the throne, she inadvertently becomes a pawn in the struggle, as several of the Princes fall in love with her. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the novel “Bu Bu Jing Xin” (步步惊心) by Tong Hua (桐华). ~~ There are 2 versions of this series, please read the FAQ thread for more info.

What it's about

Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016) is a 2016 Korean drama produced in South Korea, originally airing on SBS. It runs for 20 episodes of roughly 60 min. each. The story is categorised as Historical, Romance, Fantasy, Melodrama, with notable themes including Possessive Male Lead, Goryeo Dynasty, Age Gap [Real Life], Reverse-Harem, Power Struggle. It currently holds a community score of 8.7/10 on MyDramaList.

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Main cast

The leading cast members listed for Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016). Photography © respective talent agencies and broadcasters.

Also known as

Amantes da Lua · Amanti della Luna: Scarlet Heart Ryeo · Daleui Yeonin - bobogyeongsim Ryeo · Dalui Yeonin - Bobogyungsim Ryeo · Moon Lovers · Moon Lovers – Scarlet Heart: Ryeo · Scarlet Heart: Goryeo · Scarlet Heart: Ryeo · Time Slip: Ryeo · Лунные влюблённые · القلب القرمزي · ข้ามมิติ ลิขิตสวรรค์ · 步步惊心：丽

Should you watch Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016)?

If you enjoy historical / romance, Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo (2016) is worth your time. With 20 episodes, it's a manageable commitment that won't demand a multi-month binge. Korean dramas are known for tight pacing and high production value, and this one fits that mold.