iljimae is a South Korea drama released in 2008 rated 8.3/10 with 20 episodes. This action series has been watched by 21,042 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  South Korea |
| Genre | ActionHistoricalRomanceDrama |
| Year | 2008 |
| Episodes | 20 |
| Duration | 01:00:00 |
| Rating | 8.3/10 |
| Director | Lee Yong Seok |
| Main Cast | Lee Joon Gi, Han Hyo Joo, Lee Young Ah, Park Shi Hoo |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
Set during the Joseon Dynasty, Yong acted as a hooligan in the marketplace by day but at night he was a thief who robbed corrupted government officials to give to the poor. After each robbery, he left behind a painting depicting a plum tree branch to make his mark and was thus named Iljimae. His main purpose was not so much to rob but to search for the owner of a specially designed sword which he saw as a child was used to kill his father, a loyal subject of the emperor. Eun Chae is a government official's daughter who despite her upbringing has a lot of empathy toward the poor. She met Iljimae by chance and couldn't help admiring him for what he stood for even though she had never seen his face.
Critical Reception
iljimae has received excellent reviews with a rating of 8.3/10 based on 8,804 ratings. It is ranked #889 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of iljimae?
iljimae has a rating of 8.3/10 based on 8,804 ratings.
How many episodes does iljimae have?
iljimae has 20 episodes, each approximately 01:00:00 long.
What genre is iljimae?
iljimae is a Action, Historical, Romance, Drama drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in iljimae?
The main cast of iljimae includes Lee Joon Gi, Han Hyo Joo, Lee Young Ah, Park Shi Hoo.
When was iljimae released?
iljimae was released in 2008 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.