TV series
The Legend of the Blue Sea
2016–2017, Korean, on SBS. Created by Park Ji-eun.
How can a mermaid from the Joseon era survive in modern-day Seoul?
A mermaid from the Joseon period ends up in present-day Seoul, where she crosses paths with a swindler who may have ties to someone from her past.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 20
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2017
Worth the Hype
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7.5/10 from 222 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Legend of the Blue Sea
The Legend of the Blue Sea is streaming on Tencent Video in India.
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Tencent VideoAvailability in India as of 13 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E20: Final
Aired 25 January 2017
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Park Ji-eunCreator
- Gianna JunShim Cheong / Se-hwa · 20 ep
- Lee Min-hoHeo Joon-jae / Kim Dam-ryung · 20 ep
- Lee Hee-junJo Nam-doo / Park Moo · 20 ep
- Shin Won-hoTae-oh · 20 ep
- Shin Rin-aSeo Yoo-na · 20 ep
- Shin Hae-sunCha Shi-ah · 20 ep
- Moon So-riAhn Jin-joo · 20 ep
- Na Young-heeMo Yoo-ran · 20 ep
- Hwang Shin-hyeKang Seo-hee/Kang Ji-yeon · 20 ep
- Oh Yeon-ahYoung Kang Seo-hee/Kang Ji-yeon/Hong Nan · 20 ep
- Lee Ji-hoonHeo Chi-hyun · 20 ep
- Park Hae-sooHong Dong-pyo · 20 ep
Details
- First aired
- 16 November 2016
- Last aired
- 25 January 2017
- Network
- SBS
- Original title
- 푸른 바다의 전설
- Language
- Korean
- Country
- South Korea
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- U/A 16+
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What The Legend of the Blue Sea is based on
The Legend of the Blue Sea is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Legend of the Blue Sea: quick answers
Is The Legend of the Blue Sea worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 222 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Legend of the Blue Sea are there?
The Legend of the Blue Sea has 1 season and 20 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is The Legend of the Blue Sea finished?
Yes. The Legend of the Blue Sea ended in 2017, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Legend of the Blue Sea on?
The Legend of the Blue Sea is streaming on Tencent Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
The Legend of the Blue Sea parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Legend of the Blue Sea is rated U/A 16+. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Legend of the Blue Sea?
If you liked The Legend of the Blue Sea, try Tale of the Nine Tailed, Marry My Husband, Abyss.
Who created The Legend of the Blue Sea?
The Legend of the Blue Sea was created by Park Ji-eun and stars Gianna Jun, Lee Min-ho, Lee Hee-jun.
What is The Legend of the Blue Sea based on?
The Legend of the Blue Sea is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.