Jewel in the Palace
A historical tapestry of resilience, this poignant drama paints a woman's ascent from humble cook to royal physician, a visual feast of culinary artistry and ancient medicine.
Jewel in the Palace
Jewel in the Palace

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15 September 2003 — 23 March 2004 South Korea 1 season 54 episode Ended ⭐ 8.5 (263)
Cast: Lee Young-ae, Ji Jin-hee, Im Ho, Lee Se-eun, Geum Bo-ra
Drama
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Jewel in the Palace - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details

Easter Eggs

In the 2007 historical drama "Yi San," which is set two centuries after "Jewel in the Palace," there is a scene where a character played by actress Lee Ip-sae (who also appeared in "Jewel in the Palace") has a moment of deja vu in the royal kitchen, believing she worked there in a past life.

This is a deliberate inside joke and an homage to "Jewel in the Palace." Both series were created by the same director, Lee Byung-hoon, and produced by MBC. The scene serves as a subtle nod to the enduring legacy of the earlier, immensely popular drama.