the great king, sejong is a South Korea drama released in 2008 rated 7.8/10 with 86 episodes. This historical series has been watched by 1,479 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  South Korea |
| Genre | Historical |
| Year | 2008 |
| Episodes | 86 |
| Duration | 00:50:00 |
| Rating | 7.8/10 |
| Director | Kim Won Suk, Kim Sung Geun |
| Main Cast | Kim Sang Kyung, Kim Yeong Cheol, Choi Myung Gil, Park Sang Min, Kim Sung Ryung, Lee Yoon Ji, Lee Chun Hee |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | Not Yet Rated |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
Born as the third prince, Chung Nyeong, was far from ascending the throne. His early years were turbulent as Korea faced political tensions from both within and abroad and facing abduction as a boy to make matters worse. Eventually, the young prince finds himself living in a private residence outside of the palace and experiences the everyday life of commoners until he is a young man. Later on his ascension to the throne, Chung Nyeong (now called King Se Jong) stabilizes the newly born country and gives rise to the blooming culture of Joseon. In the process, he invents Hangul, the Korean writing system.
Critical Reception
the great king, sejong has received very positive reviews with a rating of 7.8/10 based on 209 ratings. It is ranked #3,171 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of the great king, sejong?
the great king, sejong has a rating of 7.8/10 based on 209 ratings.
How many episodes does the great king, sejong have?
the great king, sejong has 86 episodes, each approximately 00:50:00 long.
What genre is the great king, sejong?
the great king, sejong is a Historical drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in the great king, sejong?
The main cast of the great king, sejong includes Kim Sang Kyung, Kim Yeong Cheol, Choi Myung Gil, Park Sang Min, Kim Sung Ryung, Lee Yoon Ji, Lee Chun Hee.
When was the great king, sejong released?
the great king, sejong was released in 2008 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.