The brand new Thai series on Netflix has set the internet abuzz. Here’s everything you need to know about Master of the House.
The makings of a lakorn are all there: family drama, backstabbing, villainous divas—the whole nine yards. But with Master of the House being on Netflix, it turns everything up to a hundred, unbridled by censorship and stimulated by the streaming giant’s production values. The result is a thrilling family drama that bears the vestiges of a classic Thai drama but with a little more oomph. The series has been the talk of the town lately, so if you don’t know what it’s all about, we’ve got you covered.
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Master of the House: Your FAQs answered
What’s Master of the House about?
The Thai Netflix series follows the Thevasaitipaisarns, an affluent family who has built an empire in gems. When the patriarch and tycoon, Roongroj, dies suddenly, the family is embroiled in bitter scheming and backstabbing as they vie for the position Roongroj has left empty. What complicates matters even further is that Roongroj named one of the maids, Kaimook, his wife out of the blue right before he passed.
Is Master of the House like a classic lakorn aka Thai drama?
Netflix has dubbed the series a “premium drama” that mixes film, series, and lakorn styles.
How many episodes does it have?
Master of the House has seven episodes that are around 40 minutes in length.
Who’s in it?
Narilya Gulmongkolpech stars as Kaimook, the maid who becomes the wife and possible heir of an empire. Teerapong Leowrakwong is Roongroj, the late tycoon who dies under mysterious circumstances. Other cast members include Chartayodom Hiranyasthiti and Thanavate Siriwattanagul who play Roongroj’s sons and the two major suspects of his possible murder, and Claudia Chakrabandhu Na Ayudhya as one of the sons’ wives.
Will there be a Season 2?
There’s no news yet on whether a second season is in the works. But with the way the series ended, there’s a possibility the story could continue.
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Is it based on a true story?
No.
When was it released?
Master of the House was released on July 18.
Where can I watch it?
The series is available exclusively on Netflix.
This story first appeared on Lifestyle Asia Bangkok
