The Heir to The Throne (2024): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2024, The Heir to The Throne is a drama series.

What it’s about. Yau Ho-yee is the Yaus’ out of favor eldest granddaughter. Ho-yee always has a fighting spirit and is so ambitious that she absolutely believes she is capable of becoming the matriarch. However, the traditional patriarch Yau Hon-yeung, has been bringing up his only grandson Yau Chi-bun as his successor. Patriarch Yau abruptly falls gravely ill. He leaves behind a power of attorney that astounds the chums. Yau Sau-yi and Chi-bun, keep questioning Ho-yee and getting in her way. With her lawyer ex-boyfriend Ko Tsun’s help, Ho-yee assumes the position of acting chairman. The dust seems to have settled on the feud and a new chapter begins as Chi-bun’s true identity is exposed.

Who’s in it. The Heir to The Throne stars Charmaine Sheh Sze-Man as Yau Ho-yee (Charlotte), Raymond Lam Fung as Ko Tsun, Lo Chung-Him as Yau Chi-bun (Brian) and Gallen Lo Ka-Leung as Yau Sau-yi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Heir to The Throne sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Heir to The Throne page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Heir to The Throne tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.