Hong Gil-Dong, The Hero

A breezy, playful historical romp that mixes swordplay, romance and social-climbing comedy with a warm, good-hearted streak.

Created by

Hong Jeong-eun, Hong Mi-ran

Genres

Drama

Starring

Sung Yu-ri, Jang Keun-suk, Kang Ji-hwan

Overview

Hong Gil-dong is a 2008 South Korean television series starring Kang Ji-hwan in the title role, Sung Yu-ri, Jang Keun-suk and Kim Ri-na. The drama is loosely based on Hong Gil-dong, a fictional book about a Robin Hood during Korea's Joseon Dynasty, but with modern influences and comedic tones. It aired on KBS2 from January 2 to March 26, 2008 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 24 episodes.

How it feels

Whimsical, light, romantic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Class, justice, identity, love

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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