K-Dramas Like Moon Embracing the Sun

Loved Moon Embracing the Sun (2012), MBC, and want more with the same feel? It is known for amnesia, power struggle and hidden identity. Here are 10 Korean dramas that come closest, ranked from the best match down.

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  1. 1

    Love in the Moonlight

    구르미 그린 달빛

    2016 · KBS2 · 18 episodes · Historical, Comedy, Romance

    To support her family, Ra On disguises herself as a man and works as a matchmaking consultant for the palace's eunuchs and officials.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, First Love, Hidden Identity, Historical

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  2. 2

    The King's Affection

    연모

    2021 · KBS2 · 20 episodes · Historical, Romance, Drama

    A crown princess consort gives birth to twins, and superstition demands the girl be killed, so the baby is secretly sent away to survive.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, First Love, Hidden Identity, Historical

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  3. 3

    My Country: The New Age

    나의 나라

    2019 · jTBC · 16 episodes · Action, Historical, Romance

    During the change from Goryeo to Joseon, two friends become enemies because they disagree on what "my country" means.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, Power Struggle, Historical, Romance

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  4. 4

    Dong Yi

    동이

    2010 · MBC · 60 episodes · Adventure, Historical, Mystery

    Dong Yi starts out as a low-ranking palace maid who is bright, brave and loyal to the truth.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, Power Struggle, Historical, Romance

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  5. 5

    The Crowned Clown

    왕이 된 남자

    2019 · tvN · 16 episodes · Historical, Romance, Melodrama

    A troupe clown named Ha Seon looks exactly like the king, and when the real king is in danger he is brought into the palace as his body double.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, Power Struggle, Political, Historical

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  6. 6

    Queen for Seven Days

    7일의 왕비

    2017 · KBS2 · 20 episodes · Historical, Romance, Melodrama

    Based on real history, this is the story of a king and the queen who was crowned and dethroned within the span of just seven days, caught in the middle of a ruthless political…

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, First Love, Political, Historical

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  7. 7

    Head over Heels

    견우와 선녀

    2025 · tvN · 12 episodes · Romance, Drama, Fantasy

    Seong A is a high school student by day and, by night, a masked shaman known as Fairy Cheon Ji, busy with clients who want to know their fortune.

    Same feel: First Love, Hidden Identity, Supernatural, Romance

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  8. 8

    The Princess's Man

    공주의 남자

    2011 · KBS2 · 24 episodes · Action, Historical, Romance

    Se Ryung is the strong-willed daughter of Grand Prince Su Yang, who is set on seizing the throne.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, Power Struggle, Political, Historical

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  9. 9

    The Tale of Lady Ok

    옥씨부인전

    2024 · jTBC · 16 episodes · Thriller, Historical, Romance

    In Joseon, Ok Tae Yeong is a resourceful woman who is loved by everyone around her, but she carries a huge secret: her name, her marriage and even her status are all borrowed.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, Hidden Identity, Historical, Romance

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  10. 10

    Six Flying Dragons

    육룡이 나르샤

    2015 · SBS · 50 episodes · Action, Historical, Drama

    As the Goryeo dynasty crumbles, a group of ambitious men and one bold young woman set out to build a new kingdom.

    Same feel: Joseon Dynasty, Power Struggle, Political, Historical

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About Moon Embracing the Sun

As a girl, Yeon U meets the crown prince and they fall in love. She is chosen as his bride, but the dowager queen orders her death to make room for her own choice. See the full page, cast and where to watch →

Questions about dramas like Moon Embracing the Sun

What are the best dramas like Moon Embracing the Sun?

Our top picks are Love in the Moonlight, The King's Affection, My Country: The New Age, followed by Dong Yi. Each one shares parts of its feel, such as amnesia, power struggle and hidden identity, and links to a page with the story, cast and where to watch.

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