Shin Min Ah's new Disney+ drama The Remarried Empress is receiving strong attention from international media, including The New York Times, ScreenRant, and Collider, despite mixed reactions from some viewers in South Korea.
The fantasy romance series, which premiered on November 3, has quickly become a topic of discussion for its lavish production, royal romance, and star-studded cast.
Among the international publications praising the drama, ScreenRant described The Remarried Empress as "the best K-drama of 2026," highlighting its impressive production and storytelling.
Collider also gave the series a positive review, praising its captivating fantasy world and describing it as a story that viewers can easily become immersed in.
Meanwhile, entertainment publication RIOTUS praised the drama's emotional storytelling, noting how its characters and fantasy setting draw audiences into another world.
The recognition did not stop there.
The New York Times included The Remarried Empress in its list of must-watch television series for November, bringing additional attention to the Korean romance fantasy among international audiences.
The drama also attracted coverage from major American entertainment publications following the announcement that its premiere would move from November 4 to November 3.
However, the response in South Korea has been more divided.
While some Korean viewers and critics have praised the drama's elaborate sets, costumes, and performances, others have expressed disappointment with certain directing and visual choices.
Despite these differing opinions, the series continues to draw attention both domestically and internationally, with overseas critics particularly highlighting its production quality and immersive storytelling.
Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, The Remarried Empress follows Navier (Shin Min Ah), the respected empress of the Eastern Empire, whose marriage faces a crisis when Emperor Sovieshu (Ju Ji Hoon) becomes involved with Rashta (Lee Se Young).
Rather than quietly accepting her husband's decision to divorce her, Navier makes an unexpected request to remarry Prince Heinrey (Lee Jong Suk) of the Western Kingdom.
The series brings together Shin Min Ah, Lee Jong Suk, Ju Ji Hoon, and Lee Se Young in a royal fantasy romance involving love, difficult choices, and second chances.
With international publications giving the drama positive reviews and The New York Times including it among November's recommended shows, The Remarried Empress is gaining recognition beyond South Korea even as local reactions remain mixed.
The first four episodes are available on Disney+, with two new episodes scheduled for release every Wednesday starting November 11. The series will have 10 episodes in total.
