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Season 1 – Mr. Sunshine

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A Korean boy from a poor family who ends up in the United States after the 1871 Shinmiyangyo incident returns to his homeland during a historical turning point. Now an officer with the American military, Eugene falls in love with Ae-sin, an aristocrat's daughter, and discovers a dark scheme to colonize the country from which he once fled. Ae-sin tries to figure out if Eugene is a friend as they wonders what the English word "love" means.
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Jae-Ha Kim Jae-Ha Kim (Substack) 07/27/2023
3.5/4
Helmed by writer Kim Eun-Sook and director Lee Eung-Bok, the misleadingly named "Mr. Sunshine" does a beautiful job of juggling multiple story lines that are full of suspense, intrigue and achingly quiet romance. Go to Full Review Kourtnee Jackson CNET 03/21/2023
Mr. Sunshine is one of the most highly rated K-dramas in the genre. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Glory C @GigiColls Dec 11 It’s a beautiful movie and the balance between the heavy plots and storylines and the quirky, perfectly delivered humour was exceptionally performed. I knew it would break my heart but it was to beautiful to not watch. See more Nabaa A @RT53999762 Jul 30 This is one of the best Drama series I have ever watched. Surely left me heartbroken for Eugene’s ending but I will never forget it or move on from it. Lee Byung Hun is a genius See more Katie R @RT07439742 Jun 21 Awesome k-drama, a story of historical fiction and romance. See more Dani O @RT46062260 May 19 One of the best Korean Series I’ve seen!! 💯👏🏻 See more Joanna M @RT61365954 02/12/2025 MY FAVOURITE K DRAMAA This is not a starter k drama as it is slow paced and many characters are introduced BUT i cannot get over it. I can't find something similar to it and i also really love the leads. Eugene choi is such a green flag and will never leave my heart 😭 ❤️. I hate the writers for the ending tho. A must watch for sure! See more jannah j @RT52784397 01/24/2025 JUST AMAZING AND IM OBSESSED... SETTING THE BAR VERY HIGH FOR KOREAN HISTORICAL DRAMAS See more Read all reviews
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Lee Eung-bok

Creator

Lee Byung-hun

Eugene Choi

Kim Tae-ri

Go Ae-shin

Yoo Yeon-seok

Goo Dong-mae

Kim Min-jung

Kudo Hina

Byun Yo-han

Kim Hee-sung

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 7, 2018 Episode 1 Joseon stands firm against U.S. incursion; Yu-jin survives in America -- as Eugene; Ae-sin knows that great change is afoot with global ramifications. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 8, 2018 Episode 2 The empress has been murdered; for Ae-sin, words are useless against rapacious foreign powers and she takes up arms instead; Eugene gets a new post. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 14, 2018 Episode 3 In an age of imported coffee and fashions, Ae-sin prefers her German gun, but she wonders what the English word "love" means and whether Eugene is a friend. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 15, 2018 Episode 4 Suspicions run deep as U.S. troops lose a gun on a train; Ae-sin shows Dong-mae compassion, Hui-seong returns to Joseon and Eugene considers revenge. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 21, 2018 Episode 5 Ae-sin meets Hui-seong for coffee at the hotel; Eugene deals with Japanese troops at the U.S. legation, and he wants to know why Ae-sin defends Joseon. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 22, 2018 Episode 6 Ae-sin gets a new mission; Eugene, Dong-mae and Hui-seong have something in common; Eugene delves into his past, and he finally gives Ae-sin his answer. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 28, 2018 Episode 7 Ae-sin learns love's real meaning and crushes a thug; Emperor Gojong asserts Joseon's authority; Eugene reveals his Korean name to Ae-sin. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 29, 2018 Episode 8 Despite being advised to lay low as a noble lady, Ae-sin undertakes a dangerous operation; Eugene makes a surprising move and Hui-seong probes his past. Details Episode 9 Aired Aug 4, 2018 Episode 9 Eugene wants to know why Ae-sin can't pull back; Hui-seong disagrees with Ae-sin and offers an alternative. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 5, 2018 Episode 10 The emperor seeks Eugene's help; Hui-seong visits the tailor; after hearing Eugene's story, Ae-sin feels conflicted. Details Episode 11 Aired Aug 11, 2018 Episode 11 Ae-sin apologizes to Eugene, but he hopes that she'll keep fighting for her Joseon; Hui-seong takes a streetcar ride with Ae-sin and proposes a plan. Details Episode 12 Aired Aug 12, 2018 Episode 12 Reaffirming her commitment, Ae-sin stands by her decision; while she makes an unexpected pact over castella cake, Eugene investigates an old photograph. Details Episode 13 Aired Aug 18, 2018 Episode 13 Ae-sin and Eugene take a ride out to the sea; a nefarious scoundrel takes great interest in Hui-seong and Eugene; Lord Go Sa-hong meets with Hui-seong. Details Episode 14 Aired Aug 19, 2018 Episode 14 Eugene gets devastating news, Dong-mae is apprehended, Ae-sin asks Hina for help, and Hui-seong comes to the rescue when Eugene finds himself cornered. Details Episode 15 Aired Aug 25, 2018 Episode 15 A disquieting site vexes Emperor Gojong. Ae-sin defies Lord Go, Eugene refuses to forgive, and Hui-seong visits the Go family estate. Details Episode 16 Aired Aug 26, 2018 Episode 16 Hui-seong starts a newspaper and makes a personal sacrifice; Lord Go marshals support, Ae-sin imagines a different life and Eugene goes to the palace. Details Episode 17 Aired Sep 1, 2018 Episode 17 After giving up that which means the most to him, Hui-seong gets a friend a gift; Lord Go leads an urgent appeal, and Ae-sin faces Japanese troops. Details Episode 18 Aired Sep 2, 2018 Episode 18 Eugene contends with a viperous imperialist; seeing Lord Go's incarceration, Hui-seong publishes a special edition; Ae-sin snubs a Japanese official. Details Episode 19 Aired Sep 8, 2018 Episode 19 Lady Ae-sin loses a part of herself; Lord Go counters mounting imperialist schemes; Hui-seong avenges Ae-sin, and Emperor Gojong strikes down a snake. Details Episode 20 Aired Sep 9, 2018 Episode 20 The Righteous Army retaliates against Japanese troops and Ae-sin seeks justice; war breaks out in Joseon -- and Eugene gets orders to return to the U.S. Details Episode 21 Aired Sep 15, 2018 Episode 21 Called an American imperialist, Eugene later asks Ae-sin why she persists in a futile cause; Hui-seong helps Ae-sin out of a bind; an ally joins Ae-sin. Details Episode 22 Aired Sep 16, 2018 Episode 22 Emperor Gojong tries to shield the nation but is thrust into an impasse; finding herself behind the eight ball, Ae-sin concedes that words have power. Details Episode 23 Aired Sep 29, 2018 Episode 23 Seeing the explosion, Hui-seong, Dong-mae and Eugene fear the worst; the world's indifference dismays Emperor Gojong, but Joseon's defiance gets bolder. Details Episode 24 Aired Sep 30, 2018 Episode 24 Joseon remains steadfast; the Righteous Army perseveres on its course; Ae-sin keeps her flame ablaze, while Hui-seong, Done-mae and Eugene try to help. Details

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Mr. Sunshine — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Lee Eung-bok, Lee Eung-bong
Creator
Lee Eung-bok
Executive Producer
Yoon Ha-rim
Screenwriter
Kim Eun-sook, Kim Eun-sook
Network
KRTVN
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama, Romance, History
Original Language
Korean
Release Date
Jul 7, 2018
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