Alchemy of Souls: Season 1
2022 · 20 episodes · ★ 8.9
Part 1
What Season 1 of Alchemy of Souls
Naksu is an elite fighter who, after casting a final spell to save her soul, ends up trapped in the body of Mu-deok, a blind and frail servant to the nobleman Jang Uk. Uk seeks the only sorcerer willing to help him change the fate his family has planned for him. Mu-deok, untrained, learns from Naksu how to wield celestial energy, while Uk undergoes demanding training. The series also shows the Jin family's struggles over an artifact and power, and the pressure from the crown prince, who demands a family heirloom from the House of Jang. Between mistress and apprentice, something more than a learning relationship begins to emerge.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 Episode 1
Naksu casts one last spell to save her soul. Jang Uk looks for the only sorcerer who would dare to help him. Mu-deok gets taken under a new master.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Yeom Hye-ran, Park Byung-eun, Jeon Hye-won, Joo Sang-wook
1x02 Episode 2
When Mu-deok refuses Uk's proposal to form an alliance, he convinces her in other ways. Park Jin barricades Songrim to catch a spy.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Park Byung-eun, Jeon Hye-won, Joo Sang-wook
1x03 Episode 3
Mu-deok sets the terms before beginning proper training. Uk discovers that Heo Yeom left him with a gift he must learn to claim as his own.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Park Byung-eun, Joo Sang-wook
1x04 Episode 4
Uk suffers a fever and chills, much to Mu-deok's delight. The Crown Prince visits the Jang household, demanding a family heirloom and a show of respect.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Park Byung-eun, Joo Sang-wook, Yoon Seo-hyun
1x05 Episode 5
Mu-deok and Uk arrive at a secluded, empty cabin. Jin Mu orders a body dump. Jin Ho-gyeong offers protection for Uk... at a cost.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Yoon Seo-hyun, Woo Hyeon
1x06 Episode 6
Seo Yul and Park Dang-gu visit Uk at his training ground. Mu-deok pushes her student to the extreme. Jin Cho-yeon prepares a wedding gift.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Yoon Seo-hyun
1x07 Episode 7
The Prince encounters an illusion. Uk demands entry into Jinyowon. Gil-ju goes after Naksu to acquire a body.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Yoon Seo-hyun
1x08 Episode 8
Gil-ju stumbles into town to satisfy his hunger. Uk follows closely behind him. Rumors surface of Naksu’s comeback.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Yoon Seo-hyun, Woo Hyeon
1x09 Episode 9
Jin Ho-gyeong looks for her long-lost child. Jin Mu devises a plan to help end that search. Uk and Mu-deok are driven apart.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Yoon Seo-hyun
1x10 Episode 10
Uk is given a book to read. Yul saves a girl at the market. Mu-deok goes through an intensive selection process to become a servant at Songrim.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Kim Hyun-sook
1x11 Episode 11
Uk loses the will to train. Mu-deok makes a bet with the Prince. At Cheonbugwan, a line of blind girls await judgment.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Kim Hyun-sook
1x12 Episode 12
An unusual death draws Park Jin’s attention. Uk learns of Naksu’s tragic past. Maid Kim sends Mu-deok on an errand to Cheonbugwan.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Yoon Seo-hyun
1x13 Episode 13
A sudden lightning strike causes damage to Cheonbugwan. Park Jin and Jin Mu dispute who's to blame. Master Lee takes Uk on a special fishing trip.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun
1x14 Episode 14
Uk faces his tenth and final opponent with a trick or two up his sleeve. Seo Yul keeps Mu-deok close. Jin U-tak plays a trick on his daughter.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Kim Hyun-sook
1x15 Episode 15
Mu-deok is caught at the site of a bloody murder. Master Lee presents the royal family with a gift and a prophecy. So-i tracks down a blind friend.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Kim Hwa-young
1x16 Episode 16
Park Jin and Jin Ho-gyeong get into a heated dispute as they both lay claim to an artifact. Uk runs into the Prince while on the search for a shaman.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Kim Ki-cheon, Jang Seon-yul
1x17 Episode 17
Mu-deok investigates Jin Bu-yeon’s true identity. Jin Mu convinces Jin Ho-gyeong to make a special announcement at an important assembly.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Woo Hyeon
1x18 Episode 18
Trapped inside an enchanted force field, Mu-deok explores her newfound powers but soon learns of its drawbacks. So-i makes a deal with a soul shifter.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun · Starring: Joo Sang-wook, Yoon Seo-hyun, Woo Hyeon
1x19 Episode 19
Uk comes up with a solution to break the force field that would require him to risk it all. Dang-gu and Cho-yeon make a startling discovery.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun
1x20 Episode 20 Season Finale
Love is in the air with a wedding on the way and Uk playing matchmaker. Jin Mu appoints an assassin to do his dirty work and become his scapegoat.
Directed by Park Joon-hwa · Written by Hong Mi-ran, Hong Jeong-eun
Season 1 Cast
Go Youn-jungNaksu / Cho-young / Jin Bu-yeon20 episodes
MinhyunSeo Yul20 episodes
Moon Seong-hyunSeo Yul (teen)20 episodes
Jung So-minMu-deok20 episodes
Shin Seung-hoCrown Prince Go Won20 episodes
Yu Jun-sangPark Jin20 episodes
Park Eun-hyeJin Ho-gyeong20 episodes
Im Cheol-sooMaster Lee Cheol20 episodes
Hong Seo-huiHeo Yun-ok20 episodes
Lee Do-gyeongHeo Yeom20 episodes
Kang Kyung-hunQueen Seo Ha-seon20 episodes
Lee Ha-yulSang-ho20 episodes
Seo Hye-wonSo-i20 episodes
Kim Yong-jinSeo Eui-won20 episodes
Jeong Ji-anSoon Yi20 episodes
Cha Yong-hakYeom Su20 episodes
Choi Ji-hoGil-ju20 episodes
Choi Gwang-ilKing Go Soon20 episodes
Where to Watch Season 1 of Alchemy of Souls
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in season 1 of Alchemy of Souls?
Season 1 of Alchemy of Souls has 20 episodes.
When did season 1 of Alchemy of Souls premiere?
Released June 18, 2022.
Where to Watch Alchemy of Souls Season 1
Available by subscription on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads (availability may vary by country).