Hong Gil-Dong, The Hero

Hong Gil-dong is a South Korean TV series from 2008 featuring Kang Ji-hwan as the lead, alongside Sung Yu-ri, Jang Keun-suk, and Kim Ri-na. The show draws inspiration from the fictional tale of Hong Gil-dong, a Robin Hood-like figure from Korea’s Joseon Dynasty, but incorporates contemporary elements and humor. It was broadcast on KBS2, running from January 2 to March 26, 2008, with episodes airing on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:55 PM, totaling 24 episodes.