The Remarried Empress Sets Disney+ Global Premiere Record
The Korean series topped the platform's local original premiere charts three days after its November 3 debut, ranking No. 1 in over 50 markets.
Disney+ announced on November 6 that its Korean original series The Remarried Empress has become the most viewed local original premiere of all time on the platform globally. The milestone came three days after the show launched on November 3.
The series ranks as the number one Korean title premiere in more than 50 global markets, including the U.S., UK, France, Spain, Germany, Mexico, Chile, Australia & New Zealand, and Canada, according to Deadline.
Disney+ and Hulu released the first four episodes at launch, with two new episodes every Wednesday from November 11 through the finale on November 25. The premiere was moved up a day early from November 4 to November 3 as a thank-you to fans.
Directed by Cho Suwon from an adaptation by Yeoh Geena and Hyun Choongyeol, the show stars Shin Mina as Empress Navier, Ju Jihoon as Emperor Sovieshu, Lee Jongsuk as Crown Prince Heinrey, and Lee Seyoung as Rashta. Studio N produced the series.
In October, the first few episodes had their world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival. The trailer drew 13 million views in its first 48 hours on YouTube and social media platforms, and the original webtoon the show is based on has 3 billion views.
Quick answers
When does The Remarried Empress air new episodes on Disney+?
After the first four episodes launched on November 3, two new episodes are released every Wednesday from November 11 through the finale on November 25.
Who stars in The Remarried Empress?
Shin Mina plays Empress Navier, Ju Jihoon plays Emperor Sovieshu, Lee Jongsuk plays Crown Prince Heinrey, and Lee Seyoung plays Rashta.
Where can I watch The Remarried Empress?
The series is available on Disney+ and Hulu.