The Scholar Who Walks the Night

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  • 2015
  • 1 Season
  • 7.2  (1,095)

The Scholar Who Walks the Night is a South Korean television series that premiered in 2015. Directed by Lee Sung-jun, it stars Lee Joon-gi, Lee Soo-hyuk and Kim So-eun. The series is based on the webcomic of the same name by Jo Joo-hee and Han Seung-hee. Set in the Joseon dynasty, The Scholar Who Walks the Night tells the story of a young scholar named Kim Sung-yeol (Lee Joon-gi) who is forced to become a vampire in order to protect his family and his country from corrupt officials who are planning a coup. Sung-yeol is not alone in his quest, as he is aided by a group of loyal friends who share his desire to bring justice to their land.

The series begins with Sung-yeol struggling to control his thirst for blood, but he soon learns to control his powers and use them for good. As Sung-yeol sets out to uncover the truth behind the coup, he discovers a plot involving an evil vampire and a dangerous weapon that could destroy the country.

While the series is filled with action and suspense, it also explores the complex relationships between its characters. Sung-yeol falls in love with a young noblewoman named Jo Yang-sun (Kim So-eun), who is also fighting against the corrupt officials. However, their love is forbidden by their respective social classes and the fact that she is human while he is a vampire.

Aside from the main couple, The Scholar Who Walks the Night features a number of memorable characters with their own backstories and motivations. One of the most interesting is Gwi (Lee Soo-hyuk), the evil vampire who has lived for hundreds of years and sees humans as nothing but objects to be used for his own gain. Gwi is a formidable opponent for Sung-yeol and his friends and adds an extra layer of danger to the already tense plot.

The costumes and set design of The Scholar Who Walks the Night are breathtaking, transporting viewers to a different era and immersing them in the world of the Joseon dynasty. The series also features impressive visual effects, especially in the scenes involving Sung-yeol's vampire powers.

The script is well-written, with a good balance of action, romance, and humor. The series manages to avoid many of the tropes that plague similar period dramas, such as excessive melodrama or overly convoluted plotlines. The pacing is also well-handled, with each episode leaving viewers on the edge of their seats and eager to see what happens next.

Overall, The Scholar Who Walks the Night is a highly entertaining period drama that features a compelling storyline, memorable characters, and impressive visuals. It manages to satisfy fans of action, romance, and historical drama in equal measure and is well worth a watch for anyone interested in Korean television.

The Scholar Who Walks the Night is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (20 episodes). The series first aired on July 8, 2015.

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Seasons
Episode 20
20. Episode 20
September 11, 2015
While making preparations for the last stand against Gwi, everyone involved must be prepared for whatever the outcome is.
Episode 19
19. Episode 19
September 10, 2015
Gwi decides to bait Lee Yoong into returning to the place. Sung Yeol and the others try to come up with an alternative plan to destroy Gwi.
Episode 18
18. Episode 18
September 4, 2015
As Gwi assumes power in the kingdom, Sung Yeol feels that the future is bleak, and is encouraged to have faith in humanity.
Episode 17
17. Episode 17
September 3, 2015
Everyone is taken aback when a new side of Sung Yeol unexpectedly appears. Will Sung Yeol be able to fight his instincts or succumb to his cravings?
Episode 16
16. Episode 16
August 27, 2015
Now having learned the truth about the secret keys to destroying Gwi, Sung Yeol must rescue Yang Sun before it is too late.
Episode 15
15. Episode 15
August 26, 2015
Sung Yeol and Yang Sun remain in hiding while Lee Yoon continues his fight against Gwi, who is becoming increasingly impatient with each passing day.
Episode 14
14. Episode 14
August 20, 2015
Greatly weakened by being unable to feed, Sung Yeol desperately tries to prevent Yang Sun from being captured.
Episode 13
13. Episode 13
August 19, 2015
With the prince pushed ahead to lead the fight, Sung Yeol is alarmed when he finds out how much he must sacrifice when it comes to defeating Gwi.
Episode 12
12. Episode 12
August 13, 2015
In the final preparations in the fight against Gwi, the king learns of the three crucial clues needed to take down his sworn enemy.
Episode 11
11. Episode 11
August 12, 2015
A potential alliance between Sung Yeol and the Crown Prince is threatened when a hunter's appearance comes between them.
Episode 10
10. Episode 10
August 6, 2015
While Sung Yeol thinks of a way to rescue Yang Sun who is now a palace slave, Crown Prince Lee Yoon does an about face to his ideals as Forbidden Quest.
Episode 9
9. Episode 9
August 5, 2015
Accused of being Forbidden Quest, Yang Sun and her father are imprisoned for treason. Realizing that Yang Sun's life is in danger, Sung Yeol decides to face Gwi.
Episode 8
8. Episode 8
July 30, 2015
Sung Yeol is determined to use the people's sentiment to turn the tide against Gwi. The king hands over the search for Forbidden Quest to the Crown Prince.
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
July 29, 2015
Gwi uses innocent people to try and draw out Forbidden Quest, which spurs Sung Yeol to come out of hiding.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
July 23, 2015
Yang Sung is reluctant to leave when Sung Yeol sends her away. The king discovers the identity of Forbidden Quest.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
July 22, 2015
As Gwi continues to look for the manuscript, Sung Yeol struggles with how his growing feelings for Yang Sun strike his desire to live as a human.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
July 16, 2015
The search for Forbidden Quest heats up, as talk of the sequel attracts more attention. With Prince Sadong's memorial approaching, living in hiding becomes more difficult for Gwi.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
July 15, 2015
While Yang Sun insists on helping Sung Yeol track down the journal, Crown Prince Lee Yoon continues to hunt down all those who defy the crown.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
July 9, 2015
In the midst of Sung Yeol's search for the lost diary, he discovers that the people are beginning to question the prince's death that took place a decade ago.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
July 8, 2015
Betrothed to his beloved, scholar Sung Yeol unexpectedly joins the undead. Now he must track down the one diary that will destroy Gwi, a bloodthirsty vampire determined to rule the human world.
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  • Premiere Date
    July 8, 2015
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (1,095)