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Queen of Tears

Queen of Tears is a 2024 South Korean romantic comedy television series written by Park Ji-eun and directed by Jang Young-woo and Kim Hee-won.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Queen of Tears is a 2024 South Korean romantic comedy television series written by Park Ji-eun and directed by Jang Young-woo and Kim Hee-won. It stars Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won as a married couple whose relationship is tested by a serious crisis, blending romance, drama, and comedy. The series aired on tvN from March 9 to April 28, 2024, and was made available internationally on Netflix.

Premise

Queen of Tears centres on Hong Hae-in and Baek Hyun-woo, a married couple from very different social backgrounds whose relationship is strained by a major crisis. The story combines romance and family drama with comedic elements.

Production and broadcast

The series was written by Park Ji-eun and co-directed by Jang Young-woo and Kim Hee-won. It aired on tvN in South Korea and was made available on Netflix in selected regions and on TVING domestically.

Cast

The main cast includes Kim Soo-hyun, Kim Ji-won, Park Sung-hoon, Kwak Dong-yeon, and Lee Joo-bin. The lead roles are played by Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won.

Reception

The series became a major international hit on Netflix and set a record as the platform’s most-watched Korean television series by total viewing hours as of September 2024. It also won several major industry awards in 2024.

Key facts

  • Queen of Tears is a 2024 South Korean romantic comedy television series.
  • It follows a married couple navigating a marital crisis and renewed love.
  • The series premiered on tvN on March 9, 2024, and concluded on April 28, 2024.
  • It was the most-watched Korean television series on Netflix as of September 2024.
  • The series received major awards including Best Direction and Best Scriptwriting.
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Canadian context

It was distributed internationally through Netflix, making it easily accessible to Canadian viewers with a Netflix subscription.[2][13]

Frequently asked questions

What is Queen of Tears about?
It is about a married couple whose relationship is tested by a serious crisis, with the story mixing romance, comedy, and drama.
Who wrote Queen of Tears?
The series was written by Park Ji-eun.
Who stars in Queen of Tears?
The main cast includes Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won, along with Park Sung-hoon, Kwak Dong-yeon, and Lee Joo-bin.
When did Queen of Tears air?
It aired from March 9 to April 28, 2024, on tvN.
Where can Queen of Tears be watched?
It streamed on TVING in South Korea and on Netflix in selected regions.
How many episodes does Queen of Tears have?
The series has 16 episodes.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_of_Tears
    Supports: Series title, premise, creator credits, cast, broadcast dates, streaming availability, Netflix viewing record, and awards
  2. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81707950
    Supports: Official synopsis, genre, release year, and availability on Netflix
  3. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/queen-of-tears
    Supports: Official cast and description of the series
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27668559/faq/
    Supports: Episode count and original air dates
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/queen_of_tears
    Supports: Synopsis, release date, genre, network, and language