Doctor Stranger 2014
What is Doctor Stranger?
Doctor Stranger is a television series that premiered in 2014. The show revolves around the life of a man who was kidnapped as a child and taken to North Korea.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2014
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 20
- Runtime
- 65 minutes
- First aired
- May 5, 2014
- Last aired
- Jul 8, 2014
- Original language
- KO
- Origin
- KR
- Networks
- SBS
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
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Doctor Stranger is a television series that premiered in 2014. The show revolves around the life of a man who was kidnapped as a child and taken to North Korea. He was raised there and trained to become a doctor, following in the footsteps of his father. After escaping back to South Korea, he begins working at a prestigious hospital, driven by a personal goal. He aims to earn enough money to return to North Korea, where he hopes to rescue a woman he loves. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets a mysterious woman who bears a striking resemblance to his lost love. The series explores the complexities of this character's life and his relationships with those around him.
Should you watch it?
“A North Korean‑born doctor returns South to fund a daring rescue of his lost love.”
- Unique premise of a doctor torn between two Koreas
- Emotional stakes driven by love and family
- Blend of medical and crime elements
- Melodramatic tone may feel over‑sentimental for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy intense medical dramas mixed with high‑stakes romance and political intrigue.
The series features serious drama and romantic tension, making it best suited for mature audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 20 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 May 5, 2014
- E2 Episode 2 May 6, 2014
- E3 Episode 3 May 12, 2014
- E4 Episode 4 May 13, 2014
- E5 Episode 5 May 19, 2014
- E6 Episode 6 May 20, 2014
- E7 Episode 7 May 26, 2014
- E8 Episode 8 May 27, 2014
- E9 Episode 9 Jun 2, 2014
- E10 Episode 10 Jun 3, 2014
- E11 Episode 11 Jun 9, 2014
- E12 Episode 12 Jun 10, 2014
- E13 Episode 13 Jun 16, 2014
- E14 Episode 14 Jun 17, 2014
- E15 Episode 15 Jun 23, 2014
- E16 Episode 16 Jun 24, 2014
- E17 Episode 17 Jun 30, 2014
- E18 Episode 18 Jul 1, 2014
- E19 Episode 19 Jul 7, 2014
- E20 Episode 20 Jul 8, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is Park Hoon’s background?
He was kidnapped as a child with his father to North Korea, where he grew up and trained as a doctor.
Why does he return to South Korea?
He escapes to South Korea to work at a prestigious hospital and earn money to rescue his true love.
What is his ultimate goal?
His goal is to gather enough resources to return to North Korea and free his lost love.
Who is the mysterious woman he meets?
He meets a mysterious woman who looks exactly like his true love, adding complication to his plans.
What genres does the series combine?
The show mixes drama, crime, medical, and romantic elements.