King Sejong the Great 2008
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- January 5, 2008
- Last Aired
- November 16, 2008
- Format
- 1 season · 86 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~71.7 hours (50 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E2 "Episode 2" (★ 4/10)
- Network
- KBS1
- Where to Stream
- Channel K Amazon Channel
What is King Sejong the Great?
King Sejong the Great is a television series first released in 2008. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 86
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 5, 2008
- Last aired
- Nov 16, 2008
- Original language
- KO
- Origin
- KR
- Networks
- KBS1
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 4 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 86 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~50 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- KBS1
Where to watch in Japan
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 86 episodes and an average 50-minute runtime.
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King Sejong the Great is a television series first released in 2008. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by KBS1. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 86 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A political drama detailing King Sejong's efforts to improve the Joseon Dynasty through cultural innovation.”
- focuses on the creation of Hangul
- explores Joseon Dynasty governance
- features complex political maneuvering
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas centered on intellectual and cultural achievements.
The series contains political themes and historical drama content suitable for general audiences.
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Season 1 · 86 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 5, 2008
- E2 Episode 2 Core Jan 6, 2008
- E3 Episode 3 Core Jan 12, 2008
- E4 Episode 4 Core Jan 13, 2008
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jan 19, 2008
- E6 Episode 6 Core Jan 20, 2008
- E7 Episode 7 Core Jan 26, 2008
- E8 Episode 8 Core Jan 27, 2008
- E9 Episode 9 Core Feb 2, 2008
- E10 Episode 10 Core Feb 3, 2008
- E11 Episode 11 Core Feb 9, 2008
- E12 Episode 12 Core Feb 10, 2008
- E13 Episode 13 Core Feb 16, 2008
- E14 Episode 14 Core Feb 17, 2008
- E15 Episode 15 Core Feb 23, 2008
- E16 Episode 16 Core Feb 24, 2008
- E17 Episode 17 Core Mar 1, 2008
- E18 Episode 18 Core Mar 2, 2008
- E19 Episode 19 Core Mar 8, 2008
- E20 Episode 20 Core Mar 9, 2008
- E21 Episode 21 Core Mar 15, 2008
- E22 Episode 22 Core Mar 16, 2008
- E23 Episode 23 Core Mar 22, 2008
- E24 Episode 24 Core Mar 23, 2008
- E25 Episode 25 Core Mar 29, 2008
- E26 Episode 26 Core Mar 30, 2008
- E27 Episode 27 Core Apr 5, 2008
- E28 Episode 28 Core Apr 6, 2008
- E29 Episode 29 Core Apr 12, 2008
- E30 Episode 30 Core Apr 13, 2008
- E31 Episode 31 Core Apr 19, 2008
- E32 Episode 32 Core Apr 20, 2008
- E33 Episode 33 Core Apr 26, 2008
- E34 Episode 34 Core Apr 27, 2008
- E35 Episode 35 Core May 3, 2008
- E36 Episode 36 Core May 4, 2008
- E37 Episode 37 Core May 10, 2008
- E38 Episode 38 Core May 11, 2008
- E39 Episode 39 Core May 17, 2008
- E40 Episode 40 Core May 18, 2008
- E41 Episode 41 Core May 24, 2008
- E42 Episode 42 Core May 25, 2008
- E43 Episode 43 Core Jun 1, 2008
- E44 Episode 44 Core Jun 7, 2008
- E45 Episode 45 Core Jun 8, 2008
- E46 Episode 46 Core Jun 14, 2008
- E47 Episode 47 Core Jun 15, 2008
- E48 Episode 48 Core Jun 21, 2008
- E49 Episode 49 Core Jun 22, 2008
- E50 Episode 50 Core Jun 28, 2008
- E51 Episode 51 Core Jun 29, 2008
- E52 Episode 52 Core Jul 5, 2008
- E53 Episode 53 Core Jul 6, 2008
- E54 Episode 54 Core Jul 12, 2008
- E55 Episode 55 Core Jul 13, 2008
- E56 Episode 56 Core Jul 19, 2008
- E57 Episode 57 Core Jul 20, 2008
- E58 Episode 58 Core Jul 26, 2008
- E59 Episode 59 Core Jul 27, 2008
- E60 Episode 60 Core Aug 2, 2008
- E61 Episode 61 Core Aug 3, 2008
- E62 Episode 62 Core Aug 9, 2008
- E63 Episode 63 Core Aug 24, 2008
- E64 Episode 64 Core Aug 30, 2008
- E65 Episode 65 Core Aug 31, 2008
- E66 Episode 66 Core Sep 6, 2008
- E67 Episode 67 Core Sep 7, 2008
- E68 Episode 68 Core Sep 13, 2008
- E69 Episode 69 Core Sep 14, 2008
- E70 Episode 70 Core Sep 20, 2008
- E71 Episode 71 Core Sep 21, 2008
- E72 Episode 72 Core Sep 27, 2008
- E73 Episode 73 Core Sep 28, 2008
- E74 Episode 74 Core Oct 4, 2008
- E75 Episode 75 Core Oct 5, 2008
- E76 Episode 76 Core Oct 12, 2008
- E77 Episode 77 Core Oct 18, 2008
- E78 Episode 78 Core Oct 19, 2008
- E79 Episode 79 Core Oct 25, 2008
- E80 Episode 80 Core Oct 26, 2008
- E81 Episode 81 Core Nov 1, 2008
- E82 Episode 82 Core Nov 2, 2008
- E83 Episode 83 Core Nov 8, 2008
- E84 Episode 84 Core Nov 9, 2008
- E85 Episode 85 Mytharc Nov 15, 2008
- E86 Episode 86 Mytharc Nov 16, 2008
Frequently asked questions
What is the series about?
It follows King Sejong and his retainers as they work to improve the Joseon Dynasty.
When was it released?
The television series was released in 2008.
What major invention is featured?
The drama depicts the invention and introduction of Hangul, the native Korean alphabet.
Why was Hangul created?
It was developed because the previous reliance on Chinese characters made written communication difficult for ordinary people.
What is the tone of the show?
It is a full-scale political drama focusing on the prosperity of the dynasty and cultural development.
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