Gunman in Joseon

A sweeping historical revenge tale that balances sword-and-gun action with earnest period melodrama and a hero's slow moral awakening.

Created by

Han Hee-jung

Genres

Action & adventure, Drama

Starring

Lee Joon-gi, Nam Sang-mi, Han Joo-wan

Overview

It’s the 19th Century and as western influences spread across Asia, Korea’s Joseon dynasty is experiencing great upheaval and rapid modernization. As the son of the last great swordsman, Park Yoon Kang is caught between two worlds, but the sudden murder of his father and sister catapult him into the new era as he takes up the gun to avenge their deaths. However, it’s not just his family who needs his protection, but his people as well. Is Park Yoon Kang cut out to be the hero of an era?

How it feels

Tense, melancholic, earnest and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, family, justice, power

Content

Mild violence and gore. No sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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