Jumong

The «Jumong» and its sequel «The Kingdom of the Winds» television series form a South Korean historical drama franchise that tells the story of the founding and continuation of the ancient kingdom of Goguryeo across two generations.

• The franchise consists of two main television series:

• Jumong (2006–2007) – The first series directed by Lee Joo-hwan and Kang Il-soo. It follows the legendary life of Jumong (played by Song Il-gook), the founder of the Goguryeo kingdom in 37 B.C.. The series has 1 season and 81 episodes, each approximately 65 to 70 minutes long.

• The Kingdom of the Winds (2008–2009) – A sequel to the first series, directed by Ji Byung-hyun and Kang Il-soo. Set around 2000 years ago, after the death of Jumong, it focuses on the lives of Yuri (Jumong’s son) and his grandson Muhyul (played by Song Il-gook), who later becomes King Daemusin. The series has 1 season and 36 episodes, each approximately 60 minutes long.

• The main cast includes: Song Il-gook (as Jumong and later as his grandson Muhyul), Han Hye-jin (as Soseono), Kim Seung-soo, Won Ki-joon, Choi Jung-won, Jung Jin-young, and Park Geon-hyung.

• The franchise is known for its epic storytelling, deep character development, and historical setting, becoming one of the most beloved Korean drama franchises in history. The first series was the highest-rated Korean drama in 2006, while the second series aimed for a more historical and realistic approach to complement the mythological narrative.