the red sleeve is a South Korea drama released in 2021 rated 8.8/10 with 17 episodes. This historical series has been watched by 33,471 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  South Korea |
| Genre | HistoricalRomanceDramaMelodrama |
| Year | 2021 |
| Episodes | 17 |
| Duration | 01:20:00 |
| Rating | 8.8/10 |
| Director | Jung Ji In, Song Yeon Hwa |
| Main Cast | Lee Jun Ho, Lee Se Young, Kang Hoon |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
In Korea during the second half of the 1700s, Yi San is an aloof and perfection-loving young prince. His father’s killing haunts him, although it leaves him in the position to take the throne once his grandfather – the cruel and ruthless current king responsible for Yi San’s father’s death – dies. He has resolved to become a benevolent monarch who will reform the law when he eventually takes the throne, but the way his father was killed has scarred him emotionally. At court, he meets a young woman named Sung Deok Im. Yi San falls in love with her and tries to convince her to become his official concubine. But Sung Deok Im is strong-willed and free-spirited. She is also intelligent enough to understand that becoming a royal consort to the future king is a prestigious role, but one that would restrict her freedom and likely bring her little in the way of joy. But Yi San’s love for Sung Deok Im is true, and she starts to understand that forming a union with him could ultimately benefit his troubled realm. (Source: Viki) ~~ Adapted from the novel "The Sleeve's Red Cuff" (옷소매 붉은 끝동) by Kang Mi Kang (강미강).
Critical Reception
the red sleeve has received excellent reviews with a rating of 8.8/10 based on 14,611 ratings. It is ranked #105 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of the red sleeve?
the red sleeve has a rating of 8.8/10 based on 14,611 ratings.
How many episodes does the red sleeve have?
the red sleeve has 17 episodes, each approximately 01:20:00 long.
What genre is the red sleeve?
the red sleeve is a Historical, Romance, Drama, Melodrama drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in the red sleeve?
The main cast of the red sleeve includes Lee Jun Ho, Lee Se Young, Kang Hoon.
When was the red sleeve released?
the red sleeve was released in 2021 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.