The Great Merchant

The Great Merchant (2010)

EndedScripted showDrama, History
Network
Scheduleevery Saturday, Sunday at 21:40 (55 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E30Episode 30Jun 13, 2010
S01E29Episode 29Jun 12, 2010
S01E28Episode 28Jun 6, 2010
S01E27Episode 27Jun 5, 2010
S01E26Episode 26May 30, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Great Merchant' premiere?

'The Great Merchant' premiered on March 6, 2010.

Who are the main cast members of 'The Great Merchant'?

The main cast members of 'The Great Merchant' are Han Chae-young, Park Si-hoo, Kim Min-jung, and Lee Mi-sook.

What is the genre of 'The Great Merchant'?

'The Great Merchant' is a historical drama series.

Who is the creator of 'The Great Merchant'?

'The Great Merchant' was directed by Kim Jong-hak and written by Lee Sun-mi.

Where does 'The Great Merchant' take place?

'The Great Merchant' is set in the Joseon Dynasty of Korea.

What is the premise of 'The Great Merchant'?

'The Great Merchant' follows the life of a young woman named Kim Man Deok, who rises from a lowly servant to become a successful merchant.

What historical events are depicted in 'The Great Merchant'?

'The Great Merchant' depicts the reigns of King Sukjong and King Gyeongjong, and the events leading up to the death of Yeongjo, the 21st king of the Joseon Dynasty.

How many episodes of 'The Great Merchant' were produced?

'The Great Merchant' consists of 30 episodes.

Who composed the music for 'The Great Merchant'?

Jo Yeong-wook composed the music for 'The Great Merchant'.

Was 'The Great Merchant' critically acclaimed?

Yes, 'The Great Merchant' received high ratings and positive reviews from critics.

Did 'The Great Merchant' win any awards?

Yes, 'The Great Merchant' won several awards, including Best Drama at the 2010 SBS Drama Awards and Best Actress for Han Chae-young at the 47th Baeksang Arts Awards.

Was 'The Great Merchant' popular in Korea?

Yes, 'The Great Merchant' was one of the most-watched dramas of 2010, with a 26.5% viewership rating.

What themes are explored in 'The Great Merchant'?

'The Great Merchant' explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the power of money.

Was 'The Great Merchant' based on a true story?

Yes, 'The Great Merchant' was loosely based on the life of Kim Man Deok, a real-life merchant who lived during the Joseon Dynasty.

Was 'The Great Merchant' dubbed in other languages?

Yes, 'The Great Merchant' was dubbed in several other languages, including Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese.

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Also known as

  • 거상 김만덕 (Korea, Republic of)
  • Geosang Kim Man Deok (Korea, Republic of)
  • Wealthy Merchant Kim Man Deok (Korea, Republic of)

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