A Korean Odyssey

Name: A Korean Odyssey
Director: Kim Jeong-hyeon
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery
Released: 2017-12-23
Rating: 8.1
Cast: Lee Seung-gi, Cha Seung-won, Oh Yeon-seo, Lee Hong-gi, Jang Kwang

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Year: 2017
Country: KR
Language: ko
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery
Runtime: 75 min
Rating: 8.1/10
Status: Ended
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 20
Director: Kim Jeong-hyeon

Plot Overview

A self-serving mythical creature's bid for invincibility backfires when he finds himself at the mercy of a woman who can see otherworldly beings.

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Director

KJKim Jeong-hyeon

Cast & Key Characters

Lee Seung-giSon O-gong

Cha Seung-wonDevil King Woo / Woo Hwi

Oh Yeon-seoJin Seon-mi / Samjang

Lee Hong-giJeo Pal-kye / PK

Jang KwangSa O-jeong / Yun Dae-shik

ELMs. Ma Ji-young

Lee Se-youngJung Se-ra / Richie / Zombie / Asanyeo

Kim Seung-ohLee Han-ju

Sung HyukGeneral Winter / Summer Fairy

Yoon Bo-raAlice / Jade Dragon

Sung Ji-ruMaster Subori

Jung Jae-wonHong Hae-a

Writers

Hong Mi-ran

Hong Jeong-eunPHPark Hong-kyun KBKim Byeong-su

Hong Mi-ran

Hong Jeong-eun

Production

Studio Dragon JS Pictures tvN

Season & Episode Breakdown

Season 1 20 episodes

In 2017, Son O-gong and Devil King Woo are in conflict with each other as they look for a true light in a dark world where evil thrives. From there, O-gong is bound to his protective role towards Jin Seon-mi, the little girl he had met years ago. Having made a contract with Seon-mi 25 years ago, entitling her to seek help from O-gong whenever she calls him in exchange for letting him free, the two meet again in a fateful encounter.

1 Episode 1 2017-12-23
2 Episode 2 2017-12-24
3 Episode 3 2018-01-06
4 Episode 4 2018-01-07
5 Episode 5 2018-01-13
6 Episode 6 2018-01-14
7 Episode 7 2018-01-20
8 Episode 8 2018-01-21
9 Episode 9 2018-01-27
10 Episode 10 2018-01-28
11 Episode 11 2018-02-03
12 Episode 12 2018-02-04
13 Episode 13 2018-02-10
14 Episode 14 2018-02-11
15 Episode 15 2018-02-17
16 Episode 16 2018-02-18
17 Episode 17 2018-02-24
18 Episode 18 2018-02-25
19 Episode 19 2018-03-03
20 Episode 20 2018-03-04

Critical Reception & Ratings

A Korean Odyssey is rated 8.1 out of 10 by viewers — 313 votes.

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is A Korean Odyssey about?

A self-serving mythical creature's bid for invincibility backfires when he finds himself at the mercy of a woman who can see otherworldly beings.

How many seasons and episodes does A Korean Odyssey have?

1 season and 20 episodes.

Is A Korean Odyssey still airing, and will there be another season?

This series has ended. It finished after 1 season and 20 episodes; no new season announced according to TMDB. According to TMDB; data last refreshed October 19, 2026.

Who stars in A Korean Odyssey?

Lee Seung-gi, Cha Seung-won, Oh Yeon-seo, Lee Hong-gi, Jang Kwang, EL.

Who is the director of A Korean Odyssey?

Kim Jeong-hyeon.

When was A Korean Odyssey released?

2017.

Where can I watch A Korean Odyssey?

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