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Promotional poster for The King's Doctor
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Written by | Kim Yi-young |
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Country of origin | South Korea |
Original language(s) | Korean |
No. of episodes | 50 |
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Running time | 70 minutes |
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Original network | Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation |
Original release | October 1, 2012 | – March 25, 2013
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Preceded by | Golden Time |
Followed by | Gu Family Book |
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Revised Romanization | Ma-ui |
McCune–Reischauer | Maŭi |
The King's Doctor (Hangul: 마의; Hanja: 馬醫; RR: Ma-ui; lit. Horse Doctor) is a 2012 South Korean television series depicting (1625–1697), Joseon Dynasty veterinarian, starring Jo Seung-woo and Lee Yo-won. It aired on MBC from October 1, 2012 to March 25, 2013 on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21:55 for 50 episodes. The historial/period epic drama commemorated MBC's 51st anniversary.
Filmed at MBC Dramia in Gyeonggi Province,The King's Doctor was directed by Lee Byung-hoon, known for his previous works Hur Jun, Jewel in the Palace, Yi San and Dong Yi. This marked the first television drama for actor Jo Seung-woo in his 13-year film and stage career.
The life of a Joseon-era low-class veterinarian specializing in the treatment of horses, who rises to become the royal physician in charge of the King's health.