the royal gambler is a South Korea drama released in 2016 rated 7.8/10 with 24 episodes. This action series has been watched by 7,814 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  South Korea |
| Genre | ActionHistoricalComedyDrama |
| Year | 2016 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Duration | 01:15:00 |
| Rating | 7.8/10 |
| Director | Nam Gun |
| Main Cast | Jang Geun Suk, Yeo Jin Goo, Jeon Kwang Ryul, Choi Min Soo, Im Ji Yeon, Yoon Jin Seo, Yoon Ji Hye, Lee Moon Shik |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
Baek Dae Gil and King Yeong Jo enter a match. Baek Dae Gil bets his life and King Yeong Jo bets the entire Kingdom of Joseon on the outcome. Baek Dae Gil is the best gambler in the Joseon era. He holds deep resentment inside but is also cool on the exterior. King Yeong Jo is a man who never lowers his head without a convincing reason. Meanwhile, Dam Seo exists solely to take revenge upon the king.
Critical Reception
the royal gambler has received very positive reviews with a rating of 7.8/10 based on 2,557 ratings. It is ranked #3,423 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of the royal gambler?
the royal gambler has a rating of 7.8/10 based on 2,557 ratings.
How many episodes does the royal gambler have?
the royal gambler has 24 episodes, each approximately 01:15:00 long.
What genre is the royal gambler?
the royal gambler is a Action, Historical, Comedy, Drama drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in the royal gambler?
The main cast of the royal gambler includes Jang Geun Suk, Yeo Jin Goo, Jeon Kwang Ryul, Choi Min Soo, Im Ji Yeon, Yoon Jin Seo, Yoon Ji Hye, Lee Moon Shik.
When was the royal gambler released?
the royal gambler was released in 2016 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.