

History · Drama
Overview
A true historical drama about King Sejong, the greatest ruler in Joseon history who sought to enhance national prosperity and military power through astronomy, and Jang Yeong-sil, the most remarkable scientist.
Top Cast


Choi Min-sik
Choi Min-sik
Jang Yeong-sil
Choi Min-sik
Jang Yeong-sil


Han Suk-kyu
Han Suk-kyu
King Sejong
Han Suk-kyu
King Sejong


Shin Gu
Shin Gu
Minister
Shin Gu
Minister


Huh Joon-ho
Huh Joon-ho
Jo Mal-saeng
Huh Joon-ho
Jo Mal-saeng


Kim Tae-woo
Kim Tae-woo
Jeong Nam-son
Kim Tae-woo
Jeong Nam-son


Kim Won-hae
Kim Won-hae
Jo Sun-saeng
Kim Won-hae
Jo Sun-saeng


Im Won-hee
Im Won-hee
Im Hyo-don
Im Won-hee
Im Hyo-don


Park Sung-hoon
Park Sung-hoon
Crown Prince Yi Hyang
Park Sung-hoon
Crown Prince Yi Hyang


Jeon Yeo-been
Jeon Yeo-been
Sa-im
Jeon Yeo-been
Sa-im


Yoon Je-moon
Yoon Je-moon
Choi Hyo-nam
Yoon Je-moon
Choi Hyo-nam
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