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Warrior Baek Dong Soo

2011·Show
29Episodes in1Season·NR
70
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IMDb7.9
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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and spectacular

  • Adrenaline8
  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, growing up, and war

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Warrior Baek Dong-soo is a 2011 South Korean fusion historical/action television series starring Ji Chang-wook, Yoo Seung-ho, Yoon So-yi, Shin Hyun-bin, Choi Min-soo and Jun Kwang-ryul. It aired on SBS from July 4 to October 10, 2011 on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21:55 for 29 episodes. Based on the 2010 comic Honorable Baek Dong-soo by Lee Jae-heon, the series is about how Joseon historical figure Baek Dong-soo grew to become a swordsman and folk hero. Baek was one of the three authors of Muyedobotongji, a pivotal martial arts work commissioned by King Jeongjo. Set against the backdrop of political maneuverings in Joseon between different factions, namely those led by King Jeongjo, by the Qing ambassador, by the Japanese swordsman Kenzo, and the assassin's guild Heuksa Chorong, at its core the series is a coming-of-age drama about brotherhood, friendship, loyalty and honor.
Korean Historical DramaMartial Arts ActionPolitical IntrigueComing-of-Age StoryBrotherhood & LoyaltyCharacter-Driven NarrativeEpic ScopeJoseon EraSwordsmanshipTragic Elements

Crew

Directed by:
Kim Hong-sun, Lee Hyun-jik, Lee Myung-woo
Written by:
Kwon Soon-gyu, Lee Jae-hon

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Warrior Baek Dong Soo legally?

Rakuten VikiOnDemandKoreaKocowa

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Is Warrior Baek Dong Soo worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Warrior Baek Dong Soo rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Warrior Baek Dong Soo have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 29 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Is Warrior Baek Dong Soo based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Warrior Baek Dong Soo air?

It ran from 2011 to 2011 and has ended.

What language is Warrior Baek Dong Soo in?

Korean

It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Warrior Baek Dong Soo?

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