Seoul 1945

Seoul 1945 (2006)

EndedScripted showDrama, War

In depicting the lives of young people during Japan's colonial rule and the Korean War, Seoul 1945 sought to portray the most turbulent period of contemporary Korean history in a neutral, objective light with the aim of helping to heal the psychic wounds of the people.

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Scheduleevery Saturday, Sunday at 21:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E71Episode 71Sept. 10, 2006
S01E70Episode 70Sept. 3, 2006
S01E69Episode 69Sept. 2, 2006
S01E68Episode 68Aug. 27, 2006
S01E67Episode 67Aug. 26, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Seoul 1945 premiere?

Seoul 1945 premiered on May 15, 2006.

Who are the main characters of the show?

The main characters of Seoul 1945 are Kim Young-jin, Choi Woon-hyuk, Yun Bong-chun, and Lee Soo-hyuk.

What is the show about?

Seoul 1945 is a historical drama that tells the story of four young people in Korea during the tumultuous years of 1945 to 1950.

What is the historical context of the show?

Seoul 1945 is set during the time when Korea was under the control of Japan, and after Japan's surrender, it was divided into North and South Korea.

Who is the director of the show?

The director of Seoul 1945 is Kim Cheol-kyu.

What is the genre of the show?

Seoul 1945 is a historical drama.

Who are the writers of the show?

The writers of Seoul 1945 are Oh Soo-yeon and Yoon Na-kyung.

What is the production company of the show?

The production company of Seoul 1945 is KBS.

Who are the lead actors of the show?

The lead actors of Seoul 1945 are Ryu Soo-young, Han Eun-jung, So Yoo-jin, and Kim Ho-jin.

What is the running time of each episode?

The running time of each episode of Seoul 1945 is approximately 60 minutes.

What is the language of the show?

The language of Seoul 1945 is Korean.

What is the country of origin of the show?

The country of origin of Seoul 1945 is South Korea.

Did the show win any awards?

Yes, Seoul 1945 won several awards, including the Excellence Award for TV Drama at the 2006 Korean Drama Awards.

What is the soundtrack of the show?

The soundtrack of Seoul 1945 includes various Korean songs from the time period, as well as an original score composed by Kim Soo-chul.

What is the reception of the show?

Seoul 1945 was well-received by both critics and audiences, with praise for its historical accuracy and strong performances from the cast.

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Also known as

  • 서울 1945 (Korea, Republic of)

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