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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) Jul 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 Mar 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, 2025 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, 2025 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, 2025 Awesome k-drama, a story of historical fiction and romance. See more Dani O @RT46062260 May 19, 2025 One of the best Korean Series I’ve seen!! 💯👏🏻 See more Joanna M @RT61365954 Feb 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 Jan 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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