The Iron Empress (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Series · ★ 4.8
Released in 2009, The Iron Empress is a drama, war & politics and action & adventure series.
What it’s about. Empress Cheonchu is a 2009 South Korean period television series based on the titular character, an actual historical figure and her lifelong struggle to protect the country her ancestors built. The granddaughter of Goryeo Dynasty founder Taejo Wanggeon, the empress ruled as the regent for her son Mokjong, the dynasty's seventh ruler. Determined to realize her ambitious goals for the kingdom of Goryeo, she dons armor, battles against foreign invaders, and tramples her lover, her son and brother in her rise to power.
Who’s in it. The Iron Empress stars Chae Shi-ra as Empress Chun Chu, Lee Duck-hwa as Kang Kam-Chan, Choi Jae-sung as Gang Jo and Moon Jeong-hee as Empress Munhwa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Iron Empress has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Iron Empress page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Iron Empress tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Iron Empress (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Iron Empress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Iron Empress worth watching?
- The Iron Empress holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war & politics and action & adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Iron Empress?
- The Iron Empress stars Chae Shi-ra, Lee Duck-hwa, Choi Jae-sung, Moon Jeong-hee and Lee In-hye.
- When was The Iron Empress released?
- The Iron Empress was released in 2009.