Jewel in the Palace (2003 – 2004)

Name: Jewel in the Palace
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Music, Romance
Released: 2003-09-15
Duration: 60 min
Rating: 8.4
Cast: Lee Young-ae, Ji Jin-hee, Im Ho, Lee Se-eun, Geum Bo-ra

2003 • 1 season • Drama, Comedy • NR

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Drama Comedy Music Romance

NR•Sep 15, 2003 – Mar 23, 2004•Canada•1 Season•54 Episodes

Type: Scripted

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LanguageKorean

W2TCH Rating85%Excellent

2 wins

Synopsis

Set in the Joseon Dynasty, *[Series Title]* follows Jang-geum, an orphaned woman determined to become the first female physician in a world that forbids it. Her rise through the male-dominated medical establishment is fraught with hidden agendas and deceptive individuals. The series explores themes of perseverance, self-discovery, and the power struggles within a patriarchal society, all while vividly depicting the complexities of traditional Korean medicine. Jang-geum's fight for recognition highlights the challenges women faced in gaining acceptance and the vital importance of believing in oneself when facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles.