Opened with a rating of 9.2%

Information about the movie Haunted Palace (The Sorcerer and the Evil God)

The Haunted Palace will air from April 18, 2025 to June 7, 2025. The series airs every Friday and Saturday night on SBS, bringing viewers historical moments mixed with humor and romance.

Original name: 귀궁 (Quy Cung).

Other names: Haunted Palace, Demon Palace, Return to the Palace, Gwigung.

Director: Yoon Sung Shik.

Screenplay: Yoon Soo Jung.

Genre: Historical, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy.

Country: Korea.

Number of episodes: 16.

Original channel: SBS.

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes.

Content Rating: 15+ - For teens 15 years and older.

Movie Review: The Haunted Palace (The Sorcerer and the Evil God)

The Haunted Palace, a Korean historical drama directed by talented director Yoon Sung Sik, quickly became the center of attention right from the first episode with an impressive rating of 9.2%, breaking the miniseries record in 2025. Harmoniously combining elements of mystery, romance, humor and action, the film not only satisfies viewers with its magnificent setting but also conquers the hearts of viewers through the unique love story between the shaman Yeo Ri and the evil god Kang Cheol Yi hiding in Yoon Gap's body. With a talented cast and a profound script, The Haunted Palace promises to be an unforgettable emotional journey.

The "human - lover" relationship is creatively built

The "human - lover" relationship is creatively built

The biggest highlight of The Haunted Palace is the complicated relationship between the shaman Yeo Ri (Kim Ji Yeon) and the evil spirit Kang Cheol Yi (Yook Sung Jae). More than just a romantic love story, this relationship is built on a foundation of resentment, destiny, and supernatural mysteries.

Yeo Ri, a talented shaman who chooses to live in seclusion, is drawn into a battle with Kang Cheol Yi, an evil spirit who failed to transform into a dragon and now seeks revenge. The interweaving of past and present pain makes the two characters both enemies and kindred spirits. Kim Ji Yeon's performance brings out a strong yet introspective Yeo Ri, while Yook Sung Jae excels in his portrayal of both the gentle royal censor Yoon Gap and the calculating evil Kang Cheol Yi.

Good combination of fantasy elements with historical setting

Good combination of fantasy elements with historical setting

The film makes the most of the gloomy Joseon palace setting, combined with ghostly scenes, creating a haunting space. From vengeful spirits to dramatic magic, Haunted Palace succeeds in building a supernatural world that is both beautiful and terrifying.

Director Yoon Sung Sik, who made a splash with The Queen, once again proves his ability to balance comedy and drama. Although the film has tense dramatic moments, there are also humorous details that help relieve the pressure, creating a balanced rhythm.

Diverse and excellent cast

Diverse and excellent cast

In addition to Yook Sung Jae and Kim Ji Yeon, the film also features Kim Ji Hoon as King Lee Seong – a smart character with a vision for reform. This is an interesting turn for the actor who usually plays villains.

However, the film's minor drawback lies in some of the familiar "evil god - magician" genre details, not really a breakthrough compared to previous works with the same theme. However, the character development and acting have somewhat compensated for this.

Review of the first 2 episodes of The Haunted Palace

The Haunted Palace opened impressively with ratings of 9.2% and 9.5%, bringing a mystical historical story that combines humor, romance and drama. Episode 1 introduced Yeo Ri (Bona), a reluctant shaman, and Kang Cheol Yi (Yook Sung-jae), the evil Imoogi who possessed Yoon Gap, who Yeo Ri secretly loved, after he was assassinated. The fast pace, the splendid yet gloomy palace setting, and the twist at the end of the episode created great appeal. Episode 2 balanced humor (the scene where Kang Cheol Yi discovered human senses) and emotion, revealing Kang Cheol Yi's complex inner self. The chemistry between Bona and Yook Sung-jae exploded, and Yook Sung-jae's acting in a dual role was a highlight. However, the role of King Lee Seong (Kim Ji-hoon) was not exploited, and some mystical details were still vague. The film promises a dramatic journey, worth watching for fans of historical and romantic films.

Summary of the movie The Haunted Palace (The Sorcerer and the Evil God) - 8/10

Summary of the movie The Haunted Palace (The Sorcerer and the Evil God) - 8/10

The Haunted Palace is a potential mystical historical drama, bringing the perfect combination of horror, romance and comedy. With the direction of Yoon Sung Sik, impressive acting by Bona, Yook Sung Jae and Kim Ji Hoon, and an engaging plot, the drama has created a strong start and promises to continue to explode in the following episodes. Although there are still some points that need to be improved, especially in developing the relationships between the characters and clarifying the mystical elements, The Haunted Palace is still an indispensable choice for those who love Korean historical dramas.

If you are looking for a movie that is both scary and touching, with laugh-out-loud moments and a love story full of drama, add The Haunted Mansion to your must-watch list. The movie is not only an adventure into the supernatural world but also a journey of love, courage and sacrifice.

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