New Korean Drama Captivates Netflix Viewers with 80 Million Hours Watched % Stellar Rotten Tomatoes Score
Netflix viewers are falling in love with the Korean drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, which has racked up over 80 million viewing hours and holds a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The fantasy romantic series, which blends history, cooking, and a touch of time travel, stars Im Yoon-ah, Lee Chae-min, Kang Han-na, and Choi Gwi-hwa. It first premiered on tvN on August 23, and is available for streaming on Netflix.
The story follows Yeon Ji-yeong, a modern-day French cuisine chef, who unexpectedly travels back to the Joseon dynasty during a solar eclipse.
There, she meets King Yi Heon, a young ruler known both for his gourmet skills and his harsh rule. Mistaken for a suspicious outsider, Ji-yeong impresses the king with her innovative cooking, blending modern techniques with traditional ingredients, and becomes a palace chef.
A talented chef time travels to the Joseon era and meets a tyrant king with a picky palate.
— Netflix (@netflix) August 23, 2025
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Fans have praised the series for its unique mix of elements. “One thing K-dramas are very good at is taking a kind of ordinary subject and making an interesting entertaining show about it!” many viewers noted online.
Fans particularly enjoy the historical setting, the gorgeous cinematography, and the chemistry between the main characters. The show also highlights cooking in an engaging way, with detailed depictions of dishes that leave viewers craving more.
The drama combines action, mystery, romance, and political intrigue while maintaining a focus on food and culinary artistry.
Reviewers and fans alike have complimented the production quality, including the sets, costumes, and soundtrack. Many viewers said the story is engaging and keeps them guessing, with moments that are both clever and fun.
Overall, Bon Appétit, Your Majesty has become a must-watch for K-drama fans in 2025. Viewers are drawn not only to the historical drama and time-travel twist but also to the deliciously presented dishes and the humor sprinkled throughout the series.
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