---
title: "Vagabond"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/vagabond-2019"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 92983
imdb_id: "tt8523042"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 16
runtime_minutes: 60
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 511
content_rating: "TV-MA"
---

# Vagabond (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/vagabond-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Vagabond is a 2019 South Korean television series that aired on SBS TV from September 20 to November 23, 2019. The show consists of 16 episodes, which were also released on Netflix for international audiences. The series stars Lee Seung-gi, Bae Suzy, and Shin Sung-rok. The plot follows a stuntman named Cha Dal-geon who becomes involved in a tragic airplane crash that claims the life of his nephew. Seeking to uncover the truth behind the mysterious incident, he discovers a vast national corruption scandal. He is joined in his efforts by Go Hae-ri, a secret operations agent working for the National Intelligence Service. Go Hae-ri, the daughter of a deceased marine, originally sought a career as a civil servant to support her mother and siblings before becoming an operative. The narrative documents the pair as they navigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and the resulting investigation into institutional wrongdoing. The series is categorized as an action drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A stuntman uncovers a massive national conspiracy following a devastating and mysterious airplane crash."

### Why Watch
- high-stakes mystery
- dynamic action sequences

### Caveats & Content Note
- complex plot
- intense themes
- Tone & Suitability: The series features intense action sequences and themes related to tragedy and corruption.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, action-packed, political, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (16 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 16
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (19%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 13 (81%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Yoo In-sik, Jang Yeong-cheol
- **Networks / Studios**: SBS

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lee Seung-gi** as *Cha Dal-gun*
- **Suzy** as *Go Hae-ri / Elsa*
- **Shin Sung-rok** as *Gi Tae-woong*
- **Moon Jeong-hee** as *Jessica Lee*
- **Baek Yoon-sik** as *Jung Gook-pyo*
- **Moon Sung-keun** as *Hong Sun-jo*
- **Lee Kyung-young** as *Edward Park*
- **Lee Ki-young** as *Kang Joo-chul*
- **Kim Min-jong** as *Park Man-young*
- **Jeong Man-sik** as *Min Jae-shik*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main character's profession?
Cha Dal-geon is a stuntman.

### Q: Who is Go Hae-ri?
She is the oldest daughter of a deceased marine who works as a secret ops agent.

### Q: Why does Go Hae-ri join the National Intelligence Service?
She joins to support her mother and younger siblings.

### Q: What triggers the events of the series?
The plot is set in motion by a tragic airplane crash.

### Q: What does the protagonist discover?
He discovers a national corruption scandal.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Vagabond (TV Series 2019) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8523042/)
- [Vagabond (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vagabond_(TV_series))
- [Vagabond | Official Online Store | Vagabond.com](https://www.vagabond.com/us/)
- [Vagabond (2019) - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/28742-vagabond)
- [VAGABOND Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vagabond)
- [Watch Vagabond | Netflix Official Site](https://www.netflix.com/title/81095101)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*