the hymn of death is a South Korea drama released in 2018 rated 8.3/10 with 6 episodes. This music series has been watched by 33,253 viewers.
Key Details
| Country |  South Korea |
| Genre | MusicHistoricalRomanceMelodrama |
| Year | 2018 |
| Episodes | 6 |
| Duration | 00:35:00 |
| Rating | 8.3/10 |
| Director | Park Soo Jin |
| Main Cast | Lee Jong Suk, Shin Hye Sun |
| Type | Drama |
| Content Rating | 15+ – Teens 15 or older |
Plot & Analysis
Story Overview
Kim Woo Jin is a stage drama writer while Korea is under Japanese occupation. He is married, but he falls in love with Yun Shim Deok. Shim Deok is the first Korean soprano. She records the song “Praise of Death” which becomes the first Korean pop song in 1926. Woo Jin and Shim Deok's fate ends tragically. ~~ Based on the true story of Kim Woo Jin and Yun Shim Deok.
Critical Reception
the hymn of death has received excellent reviews with a rating of 8.3/10 based on 14,918 ratings. It is ranked #918 in popularity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of the hymn of death?
the hymn of death has a rating of 8.3/10 based on 14,918 ratings.
How many episodes does the hymn of death have?
the hymn of death has 6 episodes, each approximately 00:35:00 long.
What genre is the hymn of death?
the hymn of death is a Music, Historical, Romance, Melodrama drama from South Korea.
Who are the main actors in the hymn of death?
The main cast of the hymn of death includes Lee Jong Suk, Shin Hye Sun.
When was the hymn of death released?
the hymn of death was released in 2018 in South Korea.
Data sourced from publicly available entertainment databases. Last updated: April 13, 2026.