Jang Yeong Sil

  • Title:  Jang Yeong Sil (Korean Drama)

  • Also Known As:  장영실 / Jang Yeong Sil
  • Genre:  Historical, Political, Science
  • Broadcast Date:  January, 2016
  • Total Episodes:  24
  • Casts:  Song Il Gook, Kim Young Chul, Kim Sang Kyung, Park Sun Young, Kim Do Hyun, Son Byung Ho, Seo Hyun Chul, Lee Ji Hoon
  • English Subs:  Yes
  • Ost:  N/A
  • Synopsis/Summary/Review: 

    Drama series follows the life Jang Yeong Sil (Song Il Gook): a scientist, technician and inventor during the Joseon period. Jang Yeong Sil was born in the lower class nobi. King Sejong (Kim Sang Kyung) notices his abilities and brings him to the palace. King Sejong grants him a chance to display his abilities. He invents tools like astronomical instruments, iron printing press and a water clock.