Temptation of Wife (2008)
A South Korean revenge melodrama in which a woman returns from the dead under a new identity to settle scores with those who destroyed her life.
Temptation of Wife - Series Information
- Original Title: 아내의 유혹
- First Air Year: 2008
- Last Air Year: 2009
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 35 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 129
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Korean
- Spoken Languages: Korean
- First Air Date: November 3, 2008 (South Korea - 15)
- Networks: SBS
- Alternative Titles: Anaeui Yuhok (KR), Cruel Temptation (US)
- Production Countries: South Korea
Temptation of Wife - Plot
One night Goo Eun Jae got drunk and Jung Gyo Bin took this opportunity to take advantage of her. Eun Jae and Gyo Bin got married but their marriage is not a very blissful marriage. Eun Jae's best friend, Shin Ae Ri, openly flirts with Gyo Bin in front of Eun Jae. Gyo Bin decided that he did not want to remain married to Eun Jae and tried to kill her. Eun Jae was presumed to have drown and died. Gyo Bin thought he was successful in killing Eun Jae and moved on with Ae Ri. Months later, Eun Jae is back for revenge but she assumes the identity of another woman, Min So Hee, who had killed herself. How will Gyo Bin react to a girl who looks exactly like his presumed dead wife, Eun Jae? Will he be tempted by So Hee?
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Temptation of Wife - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Jang Seo-hee
- Byun Woo-min
- Kim Seo-hyung
- Lee Jae-hwang
- Geum Bo-ra
- Jung Ae-ri
- Yoon Mi-ra
Writers
- Kim Soon-ok
Temptation of Wife - FAQs
What is Temptation of Wife about?
Temptation of Wife follows Goo Eun Jae, a woman whose husband attempts to murder her after falling for her best friend. Presumed dead, she resurfaces under the stolen identity of Min So Hee to orchestrate a meticulous revenge against the man who tried to kill her and the friend who betrayed her.
Who are the main actors in Temptation of Wife?
The principal cast includes Jang Seo-hee as Gu Eun-Jae/Min So-Hee, Byun Woo-min as Jung Gyo Bin, Kim Seo-hyung as Shin Ae Ri, Lee Jae-hwang as Min Gun Woo, Geum Bo-ra as Baek Mi-in, Jung Ae-ri as Min Yeo Sa, and Yoon Mi-ra as Yoon Mi-ja.
Is Temptation of Wife based on a true story?
Temptation of Wife is not based on a true story. It is a fictional melodrama written by Kim Soon-ok for SBS. The series draws on classic revenge and mistaken-identity tropes common in Korean daily dramas rather than any real-life events.
How many episodes does Temptation of Wife have?
Temptation of Wife consists of 129 episodes across a single season. Each episode runs approximately 35 minutes, making it a long-form daily Korean drama that aired on SBS from November 2008 through 2009.
Where can you stream Temptation of Wife?
Temptation of Wife is available to stream on OnDemandKorea (with subscription and ad-supported tiers), Kocowa, and the Kocowa Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region. Check JustWatch for the most current streaming options in your area.
Is Temptation of Wife worth watching?
For fans of intense Korean melodrama, Temptation of Wife delivers high-stakes betrayal, identity twists, and a satisfying revenge arc. Jang Seo-hee's dual performance is widely praised. Its 129-episode length demands commitment, but devoted viewers of the genre find it compulsively watchable.
What are shows similar to Temptation of Wife?
If you enjoy Temptation of Wife, consider Celebrity (2023), Call It Love (2023), Return to Eden (1983), or Love's Dilemma (2025) for comparable themes of betrayal and revenge. Editorial picks such as Yellowjackets (2021) and Six Feet Under (2001) also share its dark, dramatic intensity.
When did Temptation of Wife first air?
Temptation of Wife premiered on November 3, 2008, in South Korea on the SBS network. The series concluded in 2009 after completing its single season of 129 episodes, making it one of SBS's notable long-running daily dramas of that period.
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