Movies and TvShows featuring "korean-historical-setting" theme.

In Joseon Dynasty, a young prince is forced to cross-dress and take on the identity of a woman to survive. As he disguises himself, he falls in love with a woman who is unaware of his true identity. Meanwhile, political conspiracies and power struggles threaten to reveal his secret.

Set in the early 20th century during the Japanese occupation of Korea, Mr. Sunshine tells the story of a Korean resistance fighter who falls in love with a Japanese aristocrat. Their forbidden love unfolds in the midst of the struggle for independence and the fight against colonialism.

A man from the 21st century gets transported back in time to the Joseon Dynasty and finds himself trapped in the body of Queen Cheorin. As he tries to find a way back home, he faces the challenges of adapting to his new gender and the political power struggles within the royal palace.

A sassy princess and a scholar with a love-hate relationship navigate the politics and romance of the Joseon Dynasty.

Moonshine is a comedy-drama TV show set in a small town during the American Prohibition era. It revolves around a dysfunctional family who runs a brewery and their struggles to navigate family relationships and the social history of the time. The show also explores the dynamics of male-female relationships in a sitcom-comedy format.

Set during the Joseon Dynasty period, the series follows three people from different walks of life who came together to help Prince Lee Geum claim the throne and reform the Saheonbu.

"The Great King, Sejong" is a full-scale political drama describing how King Sejong and his loyal retainers cooperate and contrive to make his dynasty a better place. While King Sejong was on the throne, the Joseon Dynasty enjoyed increasing prosperity. The drama shows the dramatic processes of how so many new cultural heritages have been devised. At that time, "Hangul", the native phonemic alphabet system for Korean language was first invented and introduced. Before it was made, Chinese characters had been used for a written communication, which makes it extremely difficult for ordinary people to learn and use. "Hangul" is easy to learn for its simple and scientific principles. Other than "Hangul" itself, there had been so many cultural heritages during his regime including a rain gauge, a sundial, an hourglass to name a few. Also, King Sejong’s pragmatic diplomacy is concentrated in the drama. Then, the Joseon Dynasty was facing a powerful Ming dynasty of China, and King Sejong demonstrates the essence of pragmatism with dignity.

Based on a famous tale of Korean folklore story about a princess of Nak Rang of Nangnang Kingdom and Prince Hodong of the Goguryeo Kingdom.

Set in the 1960's and 1970's. Soo-In is a smart student who has never missed ranking at the top of her class. Due to her poor family situation, she begins to work at a factory instead of going to college. Nevertheless, she pursues her dream.

This is the story of Su Baek-hyang, born as the elder daughter of King Mu-ryeong but unable to retain her title of princess due to her ambitious younger sister, Sol-hui. Humble and hard-working, she was taught never to want or to desire beyond what she has, but the fate given to her is one that will affect not only her life and her family's lives, but the entire nation as she struggles to find her place in life and fight for love.

The Moon Embracing the Sun is a Korean historical drama that follows the love story between a king and a shaman. When a prophecy threatens the happiness of their love, they must navigate the intricacies of the royal court and overcome various obstacles to be together.

In the kingdom of Goguryeo, a prince seeks revenge against those who cursed him and his family. Along his journey, he discovers his true destiny as he navigates through political schemes, epic battles, and tragic events.

Set during the Goryeo dynasty, Won, crown prince, has a sweet appearance hiding a lust for conquest. He is best friends with Rin, an elegant man of royal descent and Won's bodyguard. When beautiful San, the sole daughter of the wealthiest man in the nation, enters the lives of the two young men, the three at first become friends but a tragic romance ensues afterwards. Based on the novel of the same name by Kim Yi-Ryung.

Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth is a TV show set in ancient Korea, specifically during the Silla Kingdom in the 6th century. It follows a group of young warriors who train together and become entangled in political intrigue, romance, and the conflicts of the nobility and the royal family.

Jeonokseo, the most horrifying prison in Joseon, is where Ok Nyeo was born. This genius girl learns the art of living from the most eccentric people of the time. Despite the difficulties, Ok Nyeo grows up to introduce a human rights institution of Joseon to protect the weak.

Set in the Baekje kingdom in the mid-7th century, the drama chronicles the life and times of the storied warrior General Gyebaek who is remembered in history for leading Baekje's last stand against the Silla in the Battle of Hwangsanbeol.

In the Joseon Dynasty, a Crown Prince must fight against a zombie outbreak and navigate a power struggle in order to protect his kingdom.

Gu Family Book is a TV show that combines action, romance, and fantasy in a 16th century Korean setting. It follows the story of a half-human, half-immortal boy who must navigate a world of supernatural creatures, betrayals, and tragic loss while seeking justice and love. The protagonist embarks on a journey to find the Gu Family Book, a mythical artifact that can transform him into a human and grant him immortality. Along the way, he encounters a girl who dresses as a boy, a powerful werewolf, and a malevolent antagonist who threatens to plunge the kingdom into chaos. The show explores themes of destiny, love, and the eternal struggle between good and evil.

Saimdang, Memoir of Colors (2017) is a Korean TV show set in the Joseon Dynasty during the 16th century. It combines elements of drama, fantasy, history, and romance to tell the story of Saimdang, a renowned female artist and the mysteries surrounding her life.

Bridal Mask follows the story of a person who wears a mask to fight against the Japanese colonial rule in Seoul, Korea in the 1930s. With a hidden identity, the protagonist seeks revenge, uncovers hidden truths, and navigates love and politics amidst difficult times.