A beloved webtoon is coming to life—'Remarried Empress' is officially heading to Disney+ in 2026!
💍 A royal love triangle full of power, betrayal, and destiny
Disney+ announced on June 19 that it will exclusively release the original series 'Remarried Empress' next year. The cast lineup and photos from the script reading session, held last month, were also unveiled.
Based on a mega-hit web novel and webtoon with 2.6 billion global views, 'Remarried Empress' tells the story of Empress Navier, who is blindsided by her husband's divorce request—only to ask for royal remarriage to the Western Kingdom's crown prince. The arrival of a runaway slave-turned-concubine ignites palace chaos.
🎬 From K-drama royalty: Director & writers of hits like I Can Hear Your Voice and The Uncanny Counter
Directed by Jo Soo-won (Pinocchio, Still 17) and written by Yeojina and Hyun Choong-yeol (The Uncanny Counter, Assassination), the show promises rich storytelling and top-tier production.
👑 Meet the A-list cast
- Shin Min-a as Empress Navier: Dignified, brilliant, and bold enough to demand a royal remarriage
- Ju Ji-hoon as Emperor Sovieshu: A ruler torn between promises and new desires
- Lee Jong-suk as Crown Prince Heinrey: Mysterious, magnetic, and dangerously charming
- Lee Se-young as Rashta: A stunning runaway slave who claws her way to power
🗨️ The cast is just as excited as the fans
"I'm both nervous and excited to bring such a beloved character to life." – Shin Min-a
"This world is powerful. I hope to deliver dopamine-level excitement." – Ju Ji-hoon
"I was thrilled when I heard Remarried Empress would be live-action." – Lee Jong-suk
"The blend of romance and fantasy makes Rashta such a fun character." – Lee Se-young
✨ Supporting cast includes Lee Bong-ryeon, Choi Tae-hoon, Park Ho-san, Jung Young-joo, and Nam Yoon-ho.
Get ready for an unforgettable blend of romance, revenge, and royalty—streaming exclusively on Disney+ in 2026!
