Jumong (South Korean TV Series)
Jumong (Korean: 주몽) is a South Korean historical television drama series that aired on MBC from May 15, 2006, to March 6, 2007. The series, which consists of 81 episodes, dramatizes the life of Jumong, the legendary founder of the Goguryeo kingdom.
Production and Background
The series was directed by Lee Joo-Hwan and Keun-hong Kim, with a screenplay written by Wan-kyu Choi and Jung Hyung-Soo. Jumong is categorized as a historical epic, focusing on the formation of the Goguryeo state and the challenges faced by its founder. It aired on Monday and Tuesday nights at 21:55 KST.
Cast
The series features a large ensemble cast portraying various historical and fictionalized figures:
- Song Il-Kook as Ju Mong
- Han Hye-Jin as So Seo-No
- Kim Seung-Su as Prince Dae-So
- Jeon Kwang-Leol as King Kum-Wa
- Oh Yeon-Su as Lady Yu-Hwa
- Heo Jun-Ho as Hae Mo-Su
- Song Ji-Hyo as Ye So-Ya
Plot Summary
The narrative follows the journey of Jumong from his origins to his rise as a leader who unites various tribes to establish the kingdom of Goguryeo. The series explores themes of political intrigue, military conflict, and the personal relationships that shaped the protagonist's path. It also highlights the role of So Seo-No, a significant figure in the history of the era, and her partnership with Jumong.