Korean History
A historical Timeline, according to Kdramas and movies
As of July 20, 2021: All Kings of Joseon portrayals accounted for (Some will be in the "Historical Fiction" List instead, depending on historical accuracy and relevance)
Emperor (2012) is a 2012 American-Japanese historical drama film set in post-WWII
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101. Jewel in the Palace
Korean Drama - 2003, 54 episodes
Yeonsangun of Joseon (r. 1494–1506)
Jungjong of Joseon (Reign 1506–1544) -
102. Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People
Korean Drama - 2017, 30 episodes
Yeonsangun of Joseon (r. 1494–1506)
Seongjong of Joseon (reign 1469–1494)
Hong Gil Dong? -
103. The King and I
Korean Drama - 2007, 63 episodes
1476 – 1506
Jungjong of Joseon (Reign 1506–1544) as a Prince
Yeonsangun of Joseon (r. 1494–1506)
Seongjong of Joseon (reign 1469–1494)
Yejong of Joseon (reign 1468–1469)
Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455–1468) -
104. Queen Insoo
Korean Drama - 2011, 60 episodes
1450s-1500
Queen Insoo/Queen Mother (Lived 1437-1504)
Yeonsangun of Joseon (r. 1494–1506)
Seongjong of Joseon (reign 1469–1494)
Yejong of Joseon (reign 1468–1469)
Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455–1468)
Danjong of Joseon (reigned 1452–1455)
Munjong of Joseon (regined 18 May 1450 – 14 May 1452)
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450) -
105. The Age of Blood
Korean Movie - 2017
era of Seong Jong and Jong Jong
Seong Jong r. 1469–1494
Jong Jong r. 1506–1544 -
106. Six Martyred Ministers
Korean Drama - 2007, 24 episodes
Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455–1468)
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107. The Princess's Man
Korean Drama - 2011, 24 episodes
King Sejo of Joseon (Reign 1455-1468)
Danjong of Joseon (reigned 1452–1455)
Munjong of Joseon (regined 18 May 1450 – 14 May 1452) -
108. The Face Reader
Korean Movie - 2013
Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455–1468)
Danjong of Joseon (reigned 1452–1455)
Munjong of Joseon (regined 18 May 1450 – 14 May 1452) -
109. The Divine Weapon
Korean Movie - 2008
1448, the 30th year of Se Jong's reign
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450)
Includes portrayal of Munjong of Joseon (regined 18 May 1450 – 14 May 1452) -
110. Jang Young Shil
Korean Drama - 2016, 24 episodes
Joseon, 15th century (Late 1300s, Early 1400s)
Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455–1468)
Munjong of Joseon (regined 18 May 1450 – 14 May 1452)
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450)
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
111. Forbidden Dream
Korean Movie - 2019
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450)
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112. The Great King, Sejong
Korean Drama - 2008, 86 episodes
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450)
Includes portrayal of Munjong of Joseon (regined 18 May 1450 – 14 May 1452)
Includes portrayal of Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Includes portrayal of Jeongjong of Joseon (reigned 14 October 1398 – 28 November 1400) -
113. Tree With Deep Roots
Korean Drama - 2011, 24 episodes
Introduction of Hangul
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450)
Includes portrayal of Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)Fictional main character (?)
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114. The King's Letters
Korean Movie - 2019
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450)
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115. I Am a King
Korean Movie - 2012
Sejong the Great (reigned 1418–1450) - three months before coronation
Inspired by Mark Twain's 1881 novel The Prince and the Pauper, the film is set in the Joseon Dynasty with Ju playing the dual role of a king and a beggar.Includes portrayal of Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
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116. My Country: The New Age
Korean Drama - 2019, 16 episodes
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
117. The King of Tears, Lee Bang Won
Korean Drama - 2021, 32 episodes
Taejong of Joseon
- Lived 13 June 1367 – 8 June 1422
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118. Empire of Lust
Korean Movie - 2015
1398
rule of King Taejo
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119. Maids
Korean Drama - 2014, 20 episodes
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
120. Six Flying Dragons
Korean Drama - 2015, 50 episodes
1380s - 1400, Foundation of Joseon Dynasty (King Taejo, King Taejong)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398)
Jeongjong of Joseon (reigned 14 October 1398 – 28 November 1400)
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418) -
121. Tears of the Dragon
Korean Drama - 1996, 159 episodes
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Jeongjong of Joseon (reigned 14 October 1398 – 28 November 1400)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
122. Jeong Do Jeon
Korean Drama - 2014, 50 episodes
1374-1398
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Jeongjong of Joseon (reigned 14 October 1398 – 28 November 1400)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
123. A Frozen Flower
Korean Movie - 2008
1370-1374 (approx), Goryeo reign of King Gongmin
End of King Gongmin's life
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124. Shin Don
Korean Drama - 2005, 61 episodes
1356-1371, Goryeo
In order to make sure that Koryo was free, Gong Min Wang married a woman he did not love. The Mongolians ruled Koryo so Gong Min Wang married the Mongolian princess in hopes that one day Koryo could be freed. Shin Don was a Buddhist priest who both Queen Nokuk and King Gong Min depended on for advice in ruling Koryo.
Includes portrayal of Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398)
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125. The Great Seer
Korean Drama - 2012, 35 episodes
1342-1390s
Taejong of Joseon (reigned 28 November 1400 – 9 September 1418)
Jeongjong of Joseon (reigned 14 October 1398 – 28 November 1400)
Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
126. Faith
Korean Drama - 2012, 24 episodes
1351, Goryeo; Shortly following the marriage of King Gongmin to Queen Noguk
Fantasy, Time Travel
Includes portrayal of Taejo of Joseon (reigned August 5, 1392 – October 14, 1398) -
127. Empress Ki
Korean Drama - 2013, 51 episodes
1330s–1350 (approx); Yuan Dynasty/Goryeo Period
Appearance of King Chunghye and King Chungsuk
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128. The King in Love
Korean Drama - 2017, 40 episodes
1275-1325, Goryeo
King Chungnyeol, (Lived 1236-1308) (Reign 1274-1308)
King Chungseon, (Lived 1275-1325) - Main Cast -
129. God of War
Korean Drama - 2012, 56 episodes
King Gojong of Goryeo (Reigned 1213–1259)
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130. Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
950s - 975, Goryeo
Based on a Chinese novel, Bu Bu Jing Xin
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131. Dae Jo Yeong
Korean Drama - 2006, 134 episodes
Dae Joyeong (698 - 719)
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132. The Great Battle
Korean Movie - 2018
Three Kingdom Era, Goguryeo (645AD)
Emperor Taizong of Tang (28 January 598 – 10 July 649) -
133. The Great King's Dream
Korean Drama - 2012, 70 episodes
Approx within 628-649
King Taejong Muyeol (604–661)
Emperor Gaozong of Tang (21 July 628 – 27 December 683)
Emperor Taizong of Tang (28 January 598 – 10 July 649) -
134. Yeon Gae Somun
Korean Drama - 2006, 100 episodes
Yeon Gaesomun (594–666) was a powerful military dictator in the waning days of the Goguryeo kingdom
Emperor Taizong of Tang (28 January 598 – 10 July 649)
Emperor Yang of Sui (隋煬帝, 569 – 11 April 618) -
135. Queen Seon Deok
Korean Drama - 2009, 62 episodes
590s - 647, Silla
Kim Sammaekjong (526–576; reign 540–576) was the 24th monarch of Silla -
136. Hwarang
Korean Drama - 2016, 20 episodes
6th Century (500s), Silla
Kim Sammaekjong (526–576; reign 540–576) was the 24th monarch of Silla -
137. River Where the Moon Rises
Korean Drama - 2021, 20 episodes
Three Kingdom Era, Goguryeo (57BCE - 668CE)
Princess Pyeonggang (died 595)
On Dal (died 590) was a Goguryeo General and the husband of Princess Pyeonggang.
Pyeongwon of Goguryeo (ruled 559–590)
Kim Sammaekjong (526–576; reign 540–576) was the 24th monarch of Silla -
138. The King's Daughter, Soo Baek Hyang
Korean Drama - 2013, 108 episodes
King Muryeong of Baekje (Reign 501–523)
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139. Youth of May
Korean Drama - 2021, 12 episodes