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My Dearest

Original title: Yeon-in
  • TV Series
  • 2023
  • TV-MA
  • 1h 20m
IMDb RATING
8.9/10
3.5K
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POPULARITY
2,329
195
My Dearest (2023)
Costume DramaKorean DramaPeriod DramaDramaHistoryRomanceWar

A love-story between a noble woman and a mysterious man set in Joseon during the Qing invasionA love-story between a noble woman and a mysterious man set in Joseon during the Qing invasionA love-story between a noble woman and a mysterious man set in Joseon during the Qing invasion

  • Stars
    • Min Nam-koong
    • Lee Ho-Cheol
    • Park Jeong-yeon
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.9/10
    3.5K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,329
    195
    • Stars
      • Min Nam-koong
      • Lee Ho-Cheol
      • Park Jeong-yeon
    • 81User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 5 nominations total

    Episodes26

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    Min Nam-koong
    Min Nam-koong
    • Lee Jeong-hyeon
    • 2023
    Lee Ho-Cheol
    • Kkeut-soi
    • 2023
    Park Jeong-yeon
    • Jong Jong-i
    • 2023
    Joonsoo Kim
    • Slave
    • 2023
    Ahn Eun-jin
    Ahn Eun-jin
    • Yoo Gil-chae
    • 2023
    Park Jin-woo
    • Park Dae - Bang Doo-ne's immature husband
    • 2023
    Lee Hak-joo
    Lee Hak-joo
    • Nam Yeon-joon
    • 2023
    Kim Tae-hoon
    Kim Tae-hoon
    • Choi Myeong-gil - A civil subject
    • 2023
    Jeon Hye-won
    Jeon Hye-won
    • Kang Bin - Crown Princess Consort Sohyeon
    • 2023
    Nam Gi-ae
    Nam Gi-ae
    • Lee Rang - Song Choo granpa's precious wife
    • 2023
    Moon Sung-keun
    Moon Sung-keun
    • Jang Cheol
    • 2023
    Lee Da-in
    • Kyeong Eun-ae
    • 2023
    Choi Young-woo
    Choi Young-woo
    • Yong Gol-dae - A court official of the Qing emperor Hong Tai-ji's henchmen.
    • 2023
    Lee Tae-young
    Lee Tae-young
    • Choi Do-ri
    • 2023
    Park Eun-woo
    Park Eun-woo
    • Yoo Yeong-chae - Gil-chae's childish little sister
    • 2023
    Kang Gil-woo
    Kang Gil-woo
    • Jeong Myeong-soo - The Qing Dynasty Hall
    • 2023
    Kim Jong-tae
    • King Injo
    • 2023
    Hwang Jung-min
    Hwang Jung-min
    • Hyun Gyum
    • 2023
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews81

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    9hebataallahmohammad

    Best of the best

    Finally, I found the most beautiful, most wonderful, and best drama, i have watched from years.

    "My dearest" As its name means, it is the dearest to my heart.

    It is the best drama, in the cast, the dialogue, and the scenes in my opinion.

    It is literally a "legendary love saga".

    I'm so sad it's over. I'll miss it so much.

    And of course I'll miss the great actors.

    Also i hope that they will receive many awards, for this amazing work.

    I would like to thank all the staff for these warm and beautiful moments that we felt while watching this legendary drama.

    There are no words can describe such beauty. It is the best in everyway.

    I hope everyone watches and enjoys this beautiful drama.
    9bazneck

    "Do You Hear It?. It Is The Sound Of The Flowers"

    What can I say? In my opinion, this is the best drama of the year, perhaps the best in a long time, and undoubtedly the finest historical drama. It's a beautiful, inspirational adult love story with none of the fluffy stuff. The drama takes you on an emotional rollercoaster with many heart-wrenching moments throughout. While it touches on controversial topics, it deals with them beautifully, sparking diverse opinions.

    The actors, especially the main leads, were phenomenal. The cinematography, fight scenes, and OST were amazing. Sure, you could point out some flaws in the plot, but let's be honest, most dramas have them.

    This drama has secured a spot in my top ten, a list that I often tweak based on my mood. It joins the likes of "What's Wrong with Secretary Kim," "Itaewon Class," "Fight My Way," "Hometown Cha-Cha," "Flower of Evil," "Touch Your Heart," "Vincenzo," and "Strong Girl Bong-soon."

    Honestly, I stumbled upon this drama by accident and didn't know the main leads very well. However, I watched it with an open mind and have no regrets. I found myself completely engrossed, never skipping a moment, even when the storyline got frustrating at times. The drama also boasts scenes that are worth watching over and over again.

    I highly recommend it to people who enjoy the melodrama, romance, and sageuk genres. It's a must-watch!
    10tpradeepkkumar

    Highly underrated Must watch PS.Misleading tag

    First of all it has a melodrama tag so most people like me will skip this drama. But just because of namgoong min I gave it a try. As expected first 2 episodes were kind of melodrama. But I still continued for another 2 episodes. That's when things started to go south . Episode 4 I was crying like hell . I was invested in this . This is not just melodrama. It was action , gore , thriller . Now I realised why namgoong min accepted a period drama.

    It's nothing like romantic period drama where main characters love each other and will get a happy ending and all. This is serious every character is well written. It's a must watch.
    10sanachattha

    If the cast says Nam Goon Min, I'm in.

    If it says Nam GoonMin, I'm in. I started watching him from "Remember", then "The Veil", "Doctor Prisoner"," Good Manager"... and especially last year's release "One Dollar Layer" was a top-notch masterpiece. He always knows what he's bringing to the screen. I started this drama and now I'm left even more mesmerized by his acting skills. The plot, cinematography, ost, acting... everything is so on point. Finally we got something unique after what feels like two years of boring cringe stuff. Only half of the series got aired yet, and I'm patiently looking forward to the next part. My love for Sageuk dramas has increased tremendously. Mr Queen, Red Cuff Sleeve and now My Dearest.
    10rfrancois-30971

    PLOT, ACTING, CINEMATOGRAPHY, OST ALL 10/10

    Omg, 😱. Hear me out, I've watched 100s, yessss 100s!!!!

    Of cdrama and kdrama the past 3 years or so. This one is by far one the best period piece I've seen thus far. Truly amazing, from story line, to exceptional cinematography, couple with apowerful and unforgettable performances by ml and fl. Ladies and gentlemen you got yourself a masterpiece. Thank god I hold myself back till part 2 was completed. Can't imagine the torture having to wait that long especially for part 2. Peoples "my dearest" is all that, and more. Now let the feeling of nostalgia begin. Already miss this couple already. THANK YOU FOR SUCH AN AMAZING ENDING.

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      The political dilemma and debates during the Qing invasion were filmed as "The fortress (2017)". The assassin of the crown prince is dramatized in "The Night Owl (2022)".

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    • Release date
      • August 4, 2023 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • South Korea
    • Official sites
      • iMBC, MBC Official Site (South Korea)
      • Naver (South Korea)
    • Languages
      • Korean
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      1 hour 20 minutes
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