Top 12 Korean historical dramas or movie buffs should not be missed

1

Empress Ki

Empress Ki tells the story of the love and struggle for survival of a mediocre tea-offering palace maid living in the midst of a court with many concubines, to eventually become Queen Ki of the Nguyen Dynasty. She was also the first woman in Korean history to uphold love in her political ideals and became the pride of the women in the old harem.

2

Ju Mong

Jumong tells about the arduous life of Prince Jumong, ie Dong Minh Holy Vuong Cao Chu Mong, the king and national hero of Korea who fought with thousands of enemy troops to establish the land. Kokorea was once a illustrious country. All the happenings happen around Jumong's life, about the competition of three princes, Daeso, Yeongpo, Jumong and the two countries of Dongfu and Goguryeo. After many hardships, Jumong finally became king. King Jumong has made Goguryeo a great power since its founding.

3

Iljamae

Iljimae released in 2008 is one of the most popular historical dramas in Korea. The film revolves around the hero Iljimae with a benevolent heart that specializes in robbing the rich and giving to the poor. In the process of finding the murderer of his father and sister, Iljimae also aroused the fighting spirit not only for himself, but also for the people. Therefore, he became a fighting symbol for the common people, always acting to protect the oppressed people and becoming a hero in everyone's eyes. When watching the movie, the audience will be satisfied with Iljimae's professional and elaborate action sequences. Besides, the film also talks about a beautiful love story between the great Iljimae and the noble daughter Eun Chae. Through these two roles, Lee Jin Ki and Han Hyo Joo have left a good impression in the audience's eyes.

4

Dae Jang Geum

Not only was the "horse" rating of MBC in 2003, the movie about the first female doctor and wardens in the Joseon court created a food fever and Korean tourism throughout Asia. Inspired by the life of a real palace maid, screenwriter Kim Young Hyun has adapted 40 fascinating and touching episodes about Dae Jang Geum who has to survive in the midst of a harsh life and many malicious intrigues. a forbidden place to fulfill a lifelong wish of healing and saving lives.

5

Moon Embracing The Sun

The Moon Embraces The Sun

Moon Embracing The Sun is a fantasy story about a bogus king based on the novel of the same name by writer Jeong Eun Gwol. The first part of the film is the beautiful childhood of the main characters with the participation of talented child actors. Kim Soo Hyun, Jung Il Woo, Han Ga In, and Kim Min Seo are actors who play adult characters. The film is a romantic but turbulent love story between King Lee Hwon (Kim Soo Hyun) and Wol (Han Ga In) - a beautiful female magician.