Great Monk Wonhyo
1962, Korean. Directed by Jang Il-ho.
After losing his best friend in a fierce battle against Baekje in the first year of Queen Jindeok's reign, Hwarang Won-hyo questions life and death and becomes a monk. Despite being courted by countless women, from Queen Jindeok to Princess Yoseok, Sammo, and Asaga, Won-hyo resists all temptations. Until one day, when he is moved by Princess Yoseok's desperate prayers, he wanders the streets, feeling guilty for his disloyal behavior.
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- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- Korean
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- Released
- 15 February 1962
- Original title
- 원효대사
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Great Monk Wonhyo is adapted from a novel.
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Great Monk Wonhyo runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
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Great Monk Wonhyo isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 15 February 1962. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
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If you liked Great Monk Wonhyo, try Cold Mountain, Solomon and Sheba, The Pride and the Passion.
Who directed Great Monk Wonhyo?
Great Monk Wonhyo (1962) was directed by Jang Il-ho and stars Choi Mu-ryong, Kim Ji-mi, Moon Jeong-suk.
What is Great Monk Wonhyo based on?
Great Monk Wonhyo is adapted from a novel.