The Great Merchant
Series Overview
This drama is based on a real life figure Kim Man-deuk who was living in Jeju Island. She goes through a lot of changes in her life; at first she becomes a Gisaeng but turned herself into a merchant, and then becomes one of the biggest philanthropists in Joseon Dynasty. Man-deuk gets adopted by Granny at a young age. With great efforts, she becomes a Gisaeng who has outstanding talents in various areas. However, she gives up everything and runs away with her lover Jeong Hong-soo. She gets caught and sends to the transitory wards for epidemics for one year. When she came out from the wards, she starts to take care of the Gisaengs who are suffering from illness. Man-deuk goes into a business and restores the business ethics in Jeju. Meanwhile, Moon-sun, who used to be a friend of Man-deuk, feels a sense of inferiority and competes with Man-deuk’s business.
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1 Season • 30 Episodes
50 min per episode
2010 – 2010
Premiered: Sat, Mar 6, 2010
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 30: “Episode 30”
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Seong-yoon
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Seong-yoon
Director
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What is The Great Merchant about?
This drama is based on a real life figure Kim Man-deuk who was living in Jeju Island. She goes through a lot of changes in her life; at first she becomes a Gisaeng but turned herself into a merchant, and then becomes one of the biggest philanthropists in Joseon Dynasty. Man-deuk gets adopted by Granny at a young age. With great efforts, she becomes a Gisaeng who has outstanding talents in various areas. However, she gives up everything and runs away with her lover Jeong Hong-soo. She gets caught and sends to the transitory wards for epidemics for one year. When she came out from the wards, she starts to take care of the Gisaengs who are suffering from illness. Man-deuk goes into a business and restores the business ethics in Jeju. Meanwhile, Moon-sun, who used to be a friend of Man-deuk, feels a sense of inferiority and competes with Man-deuk’s business.
How many seasons does The Great Merchant have?
The Great Merchant comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Great Merchant?
Key cast members in The Great Merchant include Lee Mi-yeon, Shim Eun-kyung, Han Jae-suk, Do Ji-han, Park Sol-mi.
Who created or directed The Great Merchant?
The Great Merchant was developed and directed by Kim Seong-yoon.