The Impossible Heir (Korean: 로얄로더) is a 2024 South Korean revenge drama workplace thriller television series written by Choi Won, directed by Min Yeon-hong, and starring Lee Jae-wook, Lee Jun-young, and Hong Su-zu.

It is about a story of minor leaguers trying to take the throne of South Korea's largest conglomerate.

[5][6] Kang In-ha, who leaves his life of poverty behind after learning that he is an illegitimate son of a conglomerate owner.

Shunned by the members of his new family, In-ha enlists the help of his childhood friend Han Tae-oh to come up with a plan to take over the company and seize their spots at the top of society.

[7] Filming began in 2023, and the series reportedly cost ₩20 billion (US$17.48 million).