Queen Woo

Both are about political power and people trying to gain more power, lots of political unrest.

Both are about replacing the king, though Crowned Clown is just a street performer who looks like the king while Queen Woo is about her marrying the king's brother to stay as Queen.

FYI Queen Woo is rated 18+ with explicit content, but still watchable.

=> Both dramas are about strong and capable female leaders
=> Both dramas are set in Goguryeo during the Three Kingdoms Period of Korean history (rarely do we get Goguryeo setting kdramas so this similarity is quite special).

Both dramas take place in a similar time period although Shogun is set in Japan and Queen Woo on the Korean peninsular. Both dramas try to accurately represent a the time period, and both are about the death of a king and the power struggle over the throne. Both are dark and eery.

A fictional, historical drama about the ambition, rise and fall of real and fictional characters.
Basically the struggle of the characters

Both shows are about the fight for succession of the throne after a relatively stable time! They have incredible political twists and turns & no one is really who they appear to be. The chessboard is literally constantly changing with each event. While NiF is a longer palace drama and features slower & hidden political machinations for the throne, Queen Woo jampacks most of that fight in just 8 episodes.

If you enjoyed "Queen Woo," you'll find "Legend of the Female General" equally captivating with its compelling blend of historical drama and strong female leads. This series delves into the life of a fearless woman warrior, delivering a riveting narrative filled with strategic battles, intricate politics, and powerful performances. Just like "Queen Woo," it features a rich historical backdrop and a determined heroine who defies societal expectations, making it a must-watch for fans who appreciate dynamic female characters and intense storytelling.