Flower of Evil (South Korean TV series)Flower of Evil (Korean: 악의 꽃) is a South Korean television series starring Lee Joon-gi, Moon Chae-won, Jang Hee-jin, and Seo Hyun-woo. It aired on tvN every Wednesday and Thursday from July 29 to September 23, 2020, and streamed internationally on Netflix, iQiyi, Viki and ViuTV with multi-languages subtitles. Lee and Moon have previously starred in Criminal Minds, and it was Lee's return to television after two years.
Korean WaveGlobal rise in popularity of Korean cultureThe Korean Wave, or hallyu (Korean: 한류; IPA:), refers to the rise in global interest in South Korean popular culture that has spread rapidly since the 1990s. It is led by the spread of K-pop, K-dramas, K-beauty, K-food, and films, with key successes including K-pop groups BTS, Blackpink and Seventeen, the Oscar-winning film Parasite (2019) and the Netflix television series Squid Game (2021–2025).MBC Drama AwardsThe MBC Drama Awards (Korean: MBC 연기대상) is an awards ceremony presented by Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) for outstanding achievements in Korean dramas aired on its network. It is held annually in December. Unlike its counterparts in KBS and SBS, MBC's highest honor of the ceremony, the "Grand Prize" (대상; daesang), has been determined through viewer's votes in 2014, 2015 and 2016, not by professional judges. The process has been widely criticized.
My Girl (2005 TV series)My Girl (Korean: 마이걸; RR: Maigeol) is a 2005 South Korean television series starring Lee Da-hae, Lee Dong-wook, Lee Joon-gi, and Park Si-yeon. A joint production of Kallista Co. Ltd. and DSP Entertainment (now DSP Media), it aired on SBS from December 14, 2005 to February 2, 2006 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 16 episodes. The romantic comedy series was a hit during its run—it placed number one in its timeslot and reached a peak viewership rating of 24.9%.
The King and the ClownThe King and the Clown (Korean: 왕의 남자) is a 2005 South Korean historical drama film starring Kam Woo-sung, Jung Jin-young, and Lee Joon-gi. It was adapted from the 2000 stage play, Yi ("You") about Yeonsangun of Joseon, a Joseon dynasty king and a court clown who mocks him. It was released on 29 December 2005, runs for 119 minutes; and distributed domestically by Cinema Service and internationally by CJ Entertainment. The movie is referred to by various titles.Time Between Dog and WolfTime Between Dog and Wolf (Korean: 개와 늑대의 시간) is a 2007 South Korean action-romance drama, starring Lee Joon-gi, Nam Sang-mi and Jung Kyung-ho. It aired on MBC from July 18 to September 6, 2007 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 (KST) for 16 episodes.
Korean languageLanguage spoken in KoreaKorean is a Koreanic language native to Korea, which makes up the majority of the language's 81 million speakers. It is the official language of both North Korea and South Korea. In the south, the language is known as Hangugeo (South Korean: 한국어), and in the north, it is known as Chosŏnŏ (North Korean: 조선어). Since the turn of the 21st century, Korean popular culture has spread around the world through globalization and cultural exports.
Lawless LawyerLawless Lawyer (Korean: 무법 변호사; RR: Mubeop byeonhosa) is a 2018 South Korean television series starring Lee Joon-gi, Seo Yea-ji, Lee Hye-young, and Choi Min-soo. The series was written by Yoon Hyun-ho and directed by Kim Jin-min. The series is set in the fictional city of Kisung which is described as lawless and corrupt. The series follows characters Bong Sang-pil and Ha Jae-yi who form the Lawless Law Firm.
IljimaeIljimae (Korean: 일지매; lit.'One blossom branch') is a 2008 South Korean period-action television series, starring Lee Joon-gi in the title role of Iljimae. It is an original story based on the Korean folk hero and gentleman thief "Iljimae" from the Joseon era. It was directed by Lee Yong-suk, and produced by Chorokbaem Media. It aired on SBS TV from May 21 to July 24, 2008 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 (KST) for 20 episodes.
Munhwa Broadcasting CorporationMunhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC; Korean: 문화방송; lit.'Cultural Broadcasting Corporation') is one of the leading South Korean television and radio broadcasters. Its flagship terrestrial televisionstationMBC TV broadcasts as channel 11, while MBC News Now broadcasts as channel 12. Established on 2 December 1961, MBC's terrestrial operations have a nationwide network of 17 regional stations.
Two Weeks (TV series)Two Weeks (Korean: 투윅스) is a 2013 South Korean television series starring Lee Joon-gi, Kim So-yeon, Ryu Soo-young, Park Ha-sun, Kim Hye-ok, Jo Min-ki and Lee Chae-mi. It aired on MBC from August 7 to September 26, 2013 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 16 episodes. SynopsisJang Tae-san is a small-time gangster who has learned to survive with his fist and wits.
SageukSageuk (Korean: 사극; Hanja: 史劇; ) in Korean denotes historical dramas, including traditional drama plays, films or television series. In English language literature sageuk usually refers to historical films and television series (of South Korea). In North Korea, South Korean historical dramas are generally called 고전 영화 (Hanja: 古典映畫; MR: kojŏn yŏnghwa) or classic film.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.