Series synopsis
Jang Yeong Sil, also known as 장영실 is a South Korean drama television series that premiered on KBS1 on January 2, 2016. It ended on March 26, 2016. It stars Song Il-gook, Park Sun-young, Kim Sang-kyung and Kim Yeong-cheol.
Drama series follows the life Jang Yeong-Sil: a scientist, technician and inventor during the Joseon period. Jang Yeong-Sil was born in the lower class nobi. King Sejong notices his abilities and brings him to the palace. King Sejong grants him a chance to display his abilities. He invents tools like astronomical instruments, iron printing press and a water clock.
Premise
Drama series follows the life Jang Yeong-Sil: a scientist, technician and inventor during the Joseon period. Jang Yeong-Sil was born in the lower class nobi. King Sejong notices his abilities and brings him to the palace. King Sejong grants him a chance to display his abilities. He invents tools like astronomical instruments, iron printing press and a water clock.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Song Il-gook as Jang Yeong-Sil
- Park Sun-young as Princess Sohyun
- Kim Sang-kyung as King Sejong
- Kim Yeong-cheol as King Taejong
- Kim Ki-hyeon as King Taejo
- Son Byung-ho as Ha Yeon
- Jung Han-yong as Hwang Hee
- Jang Kwang as Jo Gwang
Supporting cast
- Seo Hyun-chul as Choi Bok
- Kim Byeong-gi as Maeng Sa-sung
- Lee Young-suk as Jo Mal Saeng
- Go Young-bin as King Sejo
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 24 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 24 | January 2, 2016 | March 26, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | January 2, 2016 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | January 3, 2016 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | January 9, 2016 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | KBS1 |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 2, 2016 |
| Last aired | March 26, 2016 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Saturday, Sunday at 21:40:00 |