description A Korean Odyssey Overview
A Korean Odyssey is a television drama adapting the classic Chinese tale *Journey to the West*. The show blends fantasy adventure with romantic comedy elements set in a historical Korean context. Starring Lee Seung-gi and Cha Seung-won, it’s notable for its imaginative world-building and complex characters. It appeals to viewers interested in mythology, epic storytelling, and Korean television drama.
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info A Korean Odyssey Specifications
| Country | South Korea |
| Year | 2017 |
help A Korean Odyssey FAQ
Is A Korean Odyssey based on Journey to the West?
Yes, A Korean Odyssey is a modern Korean fantasy adaptation inspired by the Chinese classic Journey to the West. It reworks figures like Sun Wukong into contemporary K-drama characters.
Who are the main actors in A Korean Odyssey?
Lee Seung-gi stars as Son Oh-gong, the show's version of the Monkey King figure. Cha Seung-won plays Woo Ma-wang, and Oh Yeon-seo plays Jin Seon-mi.
Is A Korean Odyssey historical or modern fantasy?
It is modern fantasy, not a historical period drama. The series places supernatural beings, ghosts, contracts, and romance in contemporary South Korea.
Who wrote A Korean Odyssey?
A Korean Odyssey was written by the Hong sisters, Hong Jung-eun and Hong Mi-ran. They are also known for fantasy-romance dramas such as Master's Sun and Hotel del Luna.
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