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Kingdom (Netflix) Watch Order in the correct order
How to watch Netflix's Kingdom series and Ashin of the North in order
Last updated: November 8 2026
Written by: ChronoBob
Kingdom mixes Joseon-era political intrigue with a terrifying zombie plague, and its feature-length special adds a twist to the watch order. Here's how to watch it.
Kingdom, written by Kim Eun-hee, was Netflix's first original Korean drama and an instant global hit. Ju Ji-hoon stars as Crown Prince Lee Chang, who uncovers a mysterious plague spreading across his kingdom while scheming nobles plot to seize the throne. After two acclaimed seasons, the story expanded with Kingdom: Ashin of the North, a special starring Jun Ji-hyun.
π Release Order
Here's how the franchise was released on Netflix.
- Kingdom Season 1 (2019)
- Kingdom Season 2 (2020)
- Kingdom: Ashin of the North (2021)
Ashin of the North is the reason this franchise needs a watch order guide.
π Story Chronology
Most of Ashin of the North is a prequel that reveals the origins of the resurrection plant and the tragic past of Ashin, the mysterious woman glimpsed at the end of season 2. Its final scenes, however, catch up to the present day and tease what comes next, so it also works as an epilogue.
- Kingdom: Ashin of the North (2021) β prequel storyline
- Kingdom Season 1 (2019)
- Kingdom Season 2 (2020)
Which Order Should You Choose?
We strongly recommend release order. Ashin of the North assumes you already understand the plague and the political stakes, and its biggest moments land because of the season 2 cliffhanger. Watching it first would spoil key mysteries. After finishing season 2, the special plays like a haunting origin story that deepens everything you've just seen.
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