Legend of the Patriots

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Drama: Legend of the Patriots (International English title) / Comrades (literal title)
Revised romanization: Jeon Woo
Hangul: 전우
Director: Song Hyun-Wook, Kim Sang-Hee
Writer: Kim Pil-Jin, Lee Eun-Sang
Network: KBS
Episodes: 20
Release Date: June 19 - August 21, 2010
Runtime: Sat. & Sun. 21:40
Language: Korean
Country: South Korea

Plot Synopsis by AsianWiki Staff ©

"Legend of the Patriots" covers the lives of 9 soldiers during the Korean War :


	Lee Hyun-Joong (Choi Soo-Jong) is the leader of the first squad. He's been through many of battles, big and small. Nobody in his company knows his about his past. Hyun-Joong sticks to his principles, but also places his soldier's lives first. His men view Hyun-Joong like a big brother.
	Park ll-Kwon (Kim Roe-Ha) enforces a strict military discipline upon his squad and treats them accordingly. Park Il-Kwon believes sacrifices must be risked in order for missions to be completed. He is cool headed, with enemies and fellow soldiers fearing him. He used to be soft, but changed one day ...
	Kim Joon-Beom (Lim Won-Hie) dreams of becoming of a storyteller. Fittingly, Joon-Beom is talkative and often complains a lot. At the same time, Joon-Beom is also a warm hearted person. The more soldiers that dies in the battles, the more Joon-Beom feels sorrow ...
	Yeom Ha-Jin (Nam Sung-Jin) comes from the countryside. When residents were lining up to volunteer for the war, Yeom Ha-Jin lined up alongside them not knowing what he was signing up for. Now, Yeom Ha-Jin's goal is to survive the war and see his wife. His personality is a bit careless, but becomes very serious when battles erupt.
	Yang Sang-Kil (Hong Kyung-In) is best friends with Yeom Ha-Jin. Yang Sang-Kil takes cares of himself first, often taking supplies from the military. He used to be a gambler, but to his mother he is a very devoted son.
	Park Joo-Yong ( Ryu Sang-Wook) volunteered to become a medic right before becoming an ordained priest. He volunteered to save lives, but in order to avoid death himself Park Joo-Yong must also kill. During battles Park Joo-Yong performs bravely, but when alone feels tremendous guilt from killing.
	Jung Taek-Soo (Lee Seung-Hyo) was born into a wealthy family and raised in affluence. His world was then turned upside down when North Korean soldiers murdered his parents. Now, Jung Taek-Soo is full of hostility towards the North Korean Army and acts recklessly.
	Baek Seung-Jin (Park Sang-Uk) is strong physically with a soft personality. He is simple and honest. His hobby is to play the trumpet. Baek Seung-Jin came over from Sergeant Park's squad and joined Hyun-Joon's squad to protect Kim Beom-Woo.
	Kim Beom-Woo (Ahn Yong-Joon) is a boy soldier who volunteered with the goal of one day becoming a general. At first he was afraid of battles, but became used to it. To become a general Kim Beom-Woo believes he must receive a medal and because of this often acts without thinking.

Cast



Choi Su-Jong	Kim Roe-Ha	Lim Won-Hee	Nam Sung-Jin	Hong Kyoung-In
Lee Hyun-Joong	Park ll-Kwon	Kim Joon-Beom	Yeom Ha-Jin	Yang Sang-Kil



Ryu Sang-Wook	Lee Seung-Hyo	Park Sang-Uk	Ahn Yong-Joon	Lee Deok-Hwa
Park Joo-Yong	Jung Taek-Soo	Baek Seung-Jin	Kim Beom-Woo	Park Yong



Lee Joo-Suk	Lee Tae-Ran	Jung Tae-Woo	Kim Myung-Soo	Lee In-Hye
Kim Jong-San	Lee Soo-Kyung	Chun Sung-Il	Cheon Yong-Taek	Jung-Hwa

Additional Cast Members:

Jo Sung-Kyu - Dae Dae Jang
Lee Chae-Yeong - Dan-Young
Kwang Hoon - deserter from Communist Chinese army
Seo Dong-Hyun - Yong-Soo
Jeon Hyun - Major Choi
Han Sa-Myung - potato soldier
Kim Hye-Jin - Yoon Jung-Lim
Song Seung-Yong - Squad Commander
Kang Sung-Ho - operations staff
Baek Seung-Hoon
Ryoo Sung-Hoon
Jung Hee-Tae

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Episode Ratings

Date	Episode	Nationwide	Seoul
2010-06-19	1	16.7 (4th)	16.4 (5th)
2010-06-20	2	16.9 (4th)	16.1 (5th)
2010-06-26	3	17.0 (3rd)	15.8 (5th)
2010-06-27	4	15.1 (7th)	14.0 (8th)
2010-07-03	5	12.7 (9th)	12.1 (12th)
2010-07-04	6	14.4 (6th)	14.0 (6th)
2010-07-10	7	13.2 (6th)	13.1 (8th)
2010-07-11	8	15.0 (6th)	14.3 (6th)
2010-07-17	9	13.9 (7th)	13.6 (10th)
2010-07-18	10	15.4 (6th)	14.6 (6th)
2010-07-24	11	14.3 (7th)	13.2 (8th)
2010-07-25	12	15.1 (6th)	13.8 (7th)
2010-07-31	13	13.2 (7th)	12.6 (8th)
2010-08-01	14	14.3 (6th)	13.9 (6th)
2010-08-07	15	14.5 (7th)	14.2 (8th)
2010-08-08	16	16.1 (5th)	15.1 (6th)
2010-08-14	17	15.6 (7th)	14.7 (7th)
2010-08-15	18	17.9 (5th)	17.2 (7th)
2010-08-21	19	14.3 (7th)	14.0 (7th)
2010-08-22	20	16.2 (6th)	16.0 (6th)
Average		-	-

Source: TNS Media Korea

Comments

S Apr 28 2024 2:28 pm Can a chief of the men war prison be a woman? This is very unrealistic. The scene that kim hye jin put a gun under choi su jong's chin and asked for a kiss was very bizarre and funny. Is it a prison or,I don't know what to say?

Diane Mar 18 2023 8:06 pm Very realistic portrayal of the horrors of war, and the deep relationships of the fighters involved.

Park Min Nov 14 2022 6:48 pm Although it was expected to have loud flashy action but it was overdone on the expense of middling dialogue and pace. Episodes 11 to 16 were a big filler where nothing interesting happen, it only picked itself up from episode 17. The finale fight/battle in the last episode was the weakest in the drama, it felt quick, light and forced tragedy unlike the previous battles which had a much better build up and impact. The excessive number of casualties is another area the drama overdone, most of the familiar faces were left until the last episode to be given a "whatever" death to make the climax artificially big, I would much prefer if they were to die one by one throughout the drama to be given a more meaningful death.

I never liked romance in war, not a fan of watching two lovers in war playing on different sides. These stories always lack depth and eventually boil down to "what's going to win love or duty?". If we were to completely ignore the romance then the drama is good despite having major shortcomings. On the other hand, the songs in the soundtrack were bangers.

Gad Timothy Nov 27 2015 6:21 pm This is my favourate War Serie Movie, it covers almost all military commandship, military logistics, military intellingence, military strategy, military tactics, brotherhood, dicipline, and many much more.

A Sep 15 2015 11:31 pm Like So Ji Sub's "Road No. One," this series is overlooked and under-rated. Yet no country produces better war films than Korea. "Comrades" is gritty, brutal, and realistic, yet compassionate and heartbreaking: we care about these characters and weep for them. The horror and grief of war on both sides are the sane response to the carnage and waste, caused by the viciousness and stupidity of war mongers. It is one of Korea's best dramas, with some scenes as brilliant as any you will ever see.

Charles Saunders Nov 30 2014 3:40 pm I would like to purchase the entire series on DVD if it is available

harriett garin Nov 03 2013 5:26 am i watched this Korean war drama for so many times and still couldn't stop..it moved my heart very much.This show shows how war is difficult...from innocent people to soldiers.. officials or not.I cried a lot esp to those 3 young soldiers..Kim Boem Woo who dreamed of becoming a general someday killed infront of his officials...Park Joo Yong a soon to be ordained priest and voluntarily joined the army to become a medic died in North Korean uniform and Jung Taek Soo whose parents were killed by North Koreans become disabled when he was shot saving Kim Beom Woo.The bullet penetrated his spine and wasn't able to walk again.But it was more hard for the leader to cope....he lost great soldiers whom he treated like his own brother.Thank you for making this drama..

James Sep 05 2013 12:38 am In the first two minutes of the first episode I had to stop watching. The Americans, not the U.N (what a joke), not the South Koreans saved the day. Just the initial commentary (something like a news report) is a slap in the face: B.S.

Not even the Americans problem, defend your own country... what a concept.. we did (see 1776 & 1812)

Longest retreat in U.S. military history starting at the Chosin reservoir. They were not retreating they were "fighting in the other direction" ("Retreat Hell",Chesty Puller, legendary marine)

MK Mar 03 2013 8:33 pm I absolutely LOVE this drama and such a great depiction of what the Korean war was like, plus how each side struggled in this conflict. More than anything, the characters add a humanistic element which is so endearing, that you just want to hug them! Well done and made movie series!

shef Nov 17 2012 2:55 pm Former US Marine, now 73 years old, with much respect for ROK military. Series equals and in some ways surpasses Band of Brothers. Captures many emotions of comrades in arms, and futility of armed aggression, ordered by old men, fought by young men. Lesson never learned.

Kune Wong Nov 02 2012 10:46 am Action packed and entertaining war movies. Better than Saving PR.

Mitchell Plunkett Nov 02 2012 1:03 am I am from Canada and this is one of the best series I've seen in my life. Made me cry multiple times. Very moving story and amazing acting. like I said, Top 10 shows ive seen in my life.

commentor Sep 28 2012 11:40 pm Disappointing ending. The evil woman didn't served what she deserved. They shouldn't have let her go with just one shot to death.

aviera Oct 26 2011 10:54 pm Is this Korean version Band of brothers alike?

Jonjon Oct 06 2010 2:25 am Being an avid fan of historical dramas, I like this war drama. A bit gratuitous when it comes to violence but wars are truly hell. I just hope that North and South Korea can reconcile their differences soon and eventually reunite. That sad song (what's the title of that one?) whenever Lee Soo-Kyung and Lee Hyun-Joong provides a powerful dramatic effect on such scenes. By the way, Jung-Hwa almost got my attention - until Miss North Korean camp commandant showed up in episode 12. What's her name by the way?

Vahue Pha Oct 04 2010 4:21 pm OMG I LOVED THIS DRAMA almost made me cry at the end Gahhh :D I'm a dude by the way and i really like the drama alot usally i think Drama was gay but when i saw a guy get shot in the @$$ i was like whoa i need to start watching this then is saw the hot chick i was like i really need to watch this now :D

fadz Sep 19 2010 8:22 am I'm from Malaysia. I like this film very much.very interesting drama.

Lydia Sep 19 2010 8:04 am this is one war drama that i wouldn't want to miss every Saturday & Sunday. i really like how they're bonded under HyunJun's leadership. i think each casts acted really well.

Alien Sep 13 2010 6:24 am Can someone tell me what happened in the end? My KBS was deleted! Thanks!

vo xuan thao Sep 12 2010 8:38 am what is the song at the end of every episode??

Michael Sep 09 2010 10:29 pm what is the name of the north korean girl that wants choi ju song? :(

Alien Sep 07 2010 3:44 am Nice war drama... Dramatic,Romantic,and full of adventures! Can have more?

kewl Sep 06 2010 1:29 am Very interesting drama. Sad the ratings are not very high. Should be 50 and above. Anyway, Choi Su-Jong is again excellent in his performance. And so are the rest. PS: Somebody please change the photos for the actors! You can't even identify which is which with the rain and whatnot..

Ct Aug 29 2010 10:43 am i'm from Malaysia & and I watched already this drama & it was very interesting ! Good Job guys, I hope this drama get highest rating, In conclusion, this drama super duper fantastic ! Sad, romantic, fear & brave !

Vo Xuan Thao Aug 20 2010 8:55 pm I like this film very much.I wish your country will reunion in soon.

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