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Tears of the Dragon

Tears of the Dragon

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Tears of the Dragon

1996- 1998

1 Seasons

159 Episodes

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War & Politics

Drama

Overview

This drama depicts the turbulent period spanning from the reign of King Taejo (born Lee Seong Gye), the founder of the Joseon dynasty, to King Sejong.

Where to Watch

Stream

Discovery+

Discovery+ Amazon Channel

Links & Resources

Social & External

Production Companies

KBS

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

7 featured cast members

Starring

Yoo Dong-geun

Yoo Dong-geun

Lee Bang Won / King Taejong

Tae Min-young

King Jeongjong

Ahn Jae-mo

Ahn Jae-mo

Prince Choongnyeong / King Sejong

Kim Mu-saeng

Kim Mu-saeng

Lee Seong Gye

Lee Min-woo

Lee Min-woo

Prince Yangnyeong

Choi Myung-gil

Choi Myung-gil

Queen Won-gyeong

Sun Dong-hyuk

Sun Dong-hyuk

Lee Sook-byeon

Creative team

Created by: Lee Hwan Kyung
Produced by: Yoon Yong Hoon
Yoon Heung Shik

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