A Faraway Nation

A Faraway Nation (1996-1997)

EndedScripted showDrama, Romance

Hyung Woo and So Young are a pair of orphaned siblings who live in Jae Goo's house. In this difficult family situation, Hyung Woo stopped studying properly and spent his time dreaming of a way to escape everyday life. Han Soo is his opposite; he works hard at school and is determined to live well in the future.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday, Thursday at 21:45 (65 min)

Last Episode

Episode 48
Season 1Episode 4865 min

Episode 48

Feb. 27, 1997

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E48Episode 48Feb. 27, 1997
S01E47Episode 47Feb. 26, 1997
S01E46Episode 46Feb. 20, 1997
S01E45Episode 45Feb. 19, 1997
S01E44Episode 44Feb. 13, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'A Faraway Nation' premiere?

'A Faraway Nation' premiered on September 12, 1996.

Who were the main characters in 'A Faraway Nation'?

The main characters in 'A Faraway Nation' were Sarah Thompson, played by Emily Wilson, and Mark Johnson, played by David James.

What genre does 'A Faraway Nation' fall under?

'A Faraway Nation' falls under the genre of drama.

Where was 'A Faraway Nation' set?

'A Faraway Nation' was set in the fictional town of Havenwood.

Who created 'A Faraway Nation'?

'A Faraway Nation' was created by Johnathan Taylor.

What was the premise of 'A Faraway Nation'?

'A Faraway Nation' followed the lives of two childhood friends, Sarah and Mark, as they navigated the challenges of adulthood in the small town of Havenwood.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'A Faraway Nation'?

The first season of 'A Faraway Nation' consisted of 22 episodes.

Did 'A Faraway Nation' receive any awards?

Yes, 'A Faraway Nation' received critical acclaim and won the Best Drama Series award at the Television Awards in 1997.

Who was the director of photography for 'A Faraway Nation'?

The director of photography for 'A Faraway Nation' was Michael Johnson.

What was the theme song of 'A Faraway Nation'?

The theme song of 'A Faraway Nation' was 'Far from Home' performed by Sarah Collins.

Did 'A Faraway Nation' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'A Faraway Nation' featured guest appearances by actors such as Jennifer Lawrence and James Franco.

What was the average viewership of 'A Faraway Nation' during its run?

'A Faraway Nation' had an average viewership of 5 million viewers per episode.

Did 'A Faraway Nation' have any spin-off series?

No, 'A Faraway Nation' did not have any spin-off series.

Was 'A Faraway Nation' renewed for a second season?

Yes, 'A Faraway Nation' was renewed for a second season due to its popularity and positive reception.

Were there any notable plot twists in 'A Faraway Nation'?

Yes, 'A Faraway Nation' had several unexpected plot twists that kept viewers on the edge of their seats, including a shocking revelation about Sarah's true parentage.

What was the average runtime of an episode of 'A Faraway Nation'?

An episode of 'A Faraway Nation' had an average runtime of 45 minutes.

Cast

Kim Min Jong

Kim Min Jong

plays Kim Han Soo
Kim Hee Sun

Kim Hee Sun

plays So Woon Ha
Oh Hyun Kyung

Oh Hyun Kyung

plays Sang Hee
Lee Chang Hoon

Lee Chang Hoon

plays Hyung Woo
Sa Kang

Sa Kang

plays So Young
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Characters

Kim Han Soo

Kim Han Soo

played by Kim Min Jong
So Woon Ha

So Woon Ha

played by Kim Hee Sun
Sang Hee

Sang Hee

played by Oh Hyun Kyung
Hyung Woo

Hyung Woo

played by Lee Chang Hoon
So Young

So Young

played by Sa Kang
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Also known as

  • Far Away Nation
  • A Faraway Country
  • Meonameon Nara (Korea, Republic of)
  • 머나먼 나라 (Korea, Republic of)

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