Navier played by Shin Mina in The Remarried Empress

Royally scandalous K-drama The Remarried Empress is now streaming

by Explore Disney+ Contributor

3 November 2026

Discover the fantasy romance K-drama now streaming on Disney+, including its webtoon roots, cast and episode release details

The new, swoon-worthy romance show set in opulent palace halls is now streaming on Disney+ in the UK. Betrayed by her husband, Empress Navier refuses to be sidelined, turning heartbreak into a chance to reclaim her destiny and find a new love that could alter her kingdom’s fate.

Whether you’ve been eagerly awaiting the adaptation of the rofan (romance fantasy) webtoon or are looking for a polished K-drama full of romance, scandal, imperial court intrigue and fantasy, The Remarried Empress is set to become your next obsession. Get the episode release schedule and find out who’s in the cast of the live-action show right here.

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What is The Remarried Empress about?

Sovieshu played by Ju Jihoon in The Remarried Empress — The Remarried Empress, Hulu, Disney+

Empress Navier is blindsided by her husband Emperor Sovieshu of the Eastern Empire, when he declares that he’s fallen in love with another woman and wants a divorce. Now, Navier has a choice to make. While her life as she knows it teeters, Navier resolves to turn deceit and pain into an opportunity and offers her husband a bold deal. She'll agree to the divorce, as long as she is granted permission to remarry. But the most shocking detail is who she hopes to make her new husband. Navier has Prince Heinrey of the rival Western Kingdom in her sights, believing he could be the key to her new life.

In true rofan fashion, the royals’ private relationships shape their kingdoms’ futures, and romantic gestures become entangled with political motivations. Though set in a lavish fantasy world, Navier’s journey, from an underestimated and scorned wife to a woman intent on coming out on top with her dignity intact, is a relatable tale about resilience and what it means to create your own destiny.

Is The Remarried Empress a live-action show?

Yes. The new show is a live-action K-drama based on the hit NAVER WEBTOON of the same name.

How does the show adapt the webtoon?

The show brings the webtoon’s palatial decadence to the screen with breathtaking settings and elaborate costumes. Set in a fantasy realm, it takes you on a journey marked by ambition, melodrama and imperial intrigue.

Where can I watch The Remarried Empress?

The show will stream on Disney+ in the UK.

When did The Remarried Empress come out?

Originally scheduled to premiere on 4 November, The Remarried Empress began streaming a day early on 3 November as a special thank you to fans for their overwhelming support.

Take a peek behind the scenes with The Remarried Empress: A Special Look on Disney+.

How many episodes does The Remarried Empress have?

There are 10 episodes in total.

What is the episode release schedule?

After the 4-episode premiere, two new episodes arrive weekly until the finale on 25 November.

Is there an English-dubbed version of The Remarried Empress?

Yes, you can watch the show in the original Korean with English subtitles or a dubbed version with English audio.

Who are the characters and cast of The Remarried Empress?

Characters from The Remarried Empress — The Remarried Empress, Hulu, Disney+

Find out who plays the webtoon’s key characters in the live-action adaptation of The Remarried Empress.

Navier played by Shin Mina

Navier, the beloved Empress of the Eastern Empire, is at the centre of the story as she seeks to decide her own future after her husband’s infidelity and request for divorce.

Sovieshu played by Ju Jihoon

Emperor of the Eastern Empire, Sovieshu sets the story in motion when he announces that he’s fallen in love with another woman and wants to divorce his wife.

K-drama fans may recognize Ju Ji-hoon from his roles as Woo Chae-woon in the sci-fi thriller Blood Free and Jung Won-young in the webtoon adaptation Light Shop.