Joseon Exorcist
Joseon Exorcist (Korean: 조선구마사; RR: Joseongumasa) is a South Korean historical fantasy television series that aired on SBS in March 2021. Directed by Shin Kyung-Soo and written by Park Kye-Ok, the series was intended to explore a narrative involving the Joseon dynasty and supernatural elements.
Plot Synopsis
The story centers on the early years of the Joseon dynasty. King Taejong (played by Kam Woo-Sung), having previously sealed away an evil spirit during his time patrolling the northern regions, finds the entity returning to threaten the kingdom. As the spirit resurfaces, the King must confront the threat again to protect his people. The narrative also follows his sons, Crown Prince Yangnyeong (Park Sung-Hoon) and Prince Chungnyeong (Jang Dong-Yoon), as they navigate the crisis and their own internal struggles regarding power, recognition, and survival.
Production and Cancellation
Joseon Exorcist premiered on March 22, 2021, occupying the Monday and Tuesday 22:00 time slot on SBS. The series was short-lived; following the broadcast of its first two episodes, the network made the decision to cancel the series entirely. The cancellation occurred amidst significant public controversy regarding the historical accuracy and cultural representation within the show.
Cast
The series featured an ensemble cast, including:
- Kam Woo-Sung as King Taejong
- Jang Dong-Yoon as Prince Chungnyeong
- Park Sung-Hoon as Crown Prince Yangnyeong
- Seo Young-Hee as Queen Wonmyung
- Lee Yoo-Bi as Eo-Ri
- Kim Dong-Jun as Byeo-Ri
