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Descendants of the Sun

2016·Show
16Episodes in1Season·TV-14
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.2Rotten Tomatoes–93%
Episodes
IMDb8.2Rotten Tomatoes–93%
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Descendants of the Sun fingerprint

Stunning style, high energy.

Energy

Spectacular and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Deeply romantic and hopeful

  • Romance9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Physical Comedy2

World

War

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and editing

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure Escapism

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Episode ratings

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About

A fateful encounter lighting breakup but… destiny never give up.

After a chance meeting in a hospital, an ardent soldier falls for a gifted surgeon. Opposing philosophies tear them apart, but fate has other plans.
Korean DramaEpic RomanceMilitary ActionMedical DramaHigh StakesDestiny & FateCharacter-DrivenHumanitarian ThemesStar-Crossed LoversEmotional Journey

Crew

Directed by:
Lee Eung-bok, Baek Sang-hoon, Yoo Jong-sun
Written by:
Kim Eun-sook, Kim Won-suk
Produced by:
Ham Yeong-hoon

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Descendants of the Sun

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Descendants of the Sun legally?

Rakuten VikiOnDemandKoreaKocowa

Descendants of the Sun is included with a subscription to OnDemandKorea and Kocowa in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Rakuten Viki. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Descendants of the Sun worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Descendants of the Sun rated?

TV-14Violence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Descendants of the Sun have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 16 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Descendants of the Sun air?

It ran from 2016 to 2016 and has ended.

What language is Descendants of the Sun in?

KoreanEnglish

It was made in Korean, with some English. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Descendants of the Sun?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Descendants of the Sun in 110 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Descendants of the Sun use?

Super DocBig Damn HeroesArms DealerBeta CoupleDeadpan SnarkerNever Found the BodyHospital HottieThe General's DaughterOne-Man ArmyAnd the Adventure ContinuesEating the Eye CandyEyelash Flutteringand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Descendants of the Sun, including Super Doc, Big Damn Heroes, Arms Dealer.