Netflix’s The Scandal: Why This Joseon Love Game Is So Dangerous

Netflix’s The Scandal turns a French seduction game into a dangerous Joseon romance. Starring Son Ye-jin, Ji Chang-wook, and Nana, the series traces back to the 1782 French novel Dangerous Liaisons and reimagines its story inside Korea’s strict Joseon society. In this episode of K-Insider, we break down why this story fits Joseon so well, what love and scandal meant in that era, and why Korean and global viewers may react to the drama differently. Madam Jo or Jo-won — who pulled you in more? 👇 #TheScandal #NetflixKDrama #Joseon #KInsider 0:00 The popularity of Scandal 1:43 Origins of the story 3:10 Confucian order in Joseon 5:32 Key characters and dynamics 9:50 The 2026 remake differences 11:33 Reception and reception 13:44 Final thoughts