TV series
Tears of the Dragon
1996–1998, Korean, on KBS1. Created by Lee Hwan Kyung.
This drama depicts the turbulent period spanning from the reign of King Taejo (born Lee Seong Gye), the founder of the Joseon dynasty, to King Sejong.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 159
- Episode length
- 47 min
- Status
- Ended in 1998
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Tears of the Dragon is streaming on Discovery+ in India.
Discovery+ Amazon ChannelAvailability in India as of 12 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S1 E159: Episode 159
Aired 31 May 1998
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Lee Hwan KyungCreator
- Yoo Dong-geunLee Bang Won / King Taejong · 159 ep
- Tae Min-youngKing Jeongjong · 159 ep
- Ahn Jae-moPrince Choongnyeong / King Sejong · 159 ep
- Kim Mu-saengLee Seong Gye · 159 ep
- Lee Min-wooPrince Yangnyeong · 159 ep
- Choi Myung-gilQueen Won-gyeong · 159 ep
- Sun Dong-hyukLee Sook-byeon · 159 ep
Details
- First aired
- 24 November 1996
- Last aired
- 31 May 1998
- Network
- KBS1
- Original title
- 용의 눈물
- Language
- Korean
- Country
- South Korea
- Type
- Scripted
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Tears of the Dragon: quick answers
Is Tears of the Dragon worth watching?
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How many seasons of Tears of the Dragon are there?
Tears of the Dragon has 1 season and 159 episodes, about 47 minutes each.
Is Tears of the Dragon finished?
Yes. Tears of the Dragon ended in 1998, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Tears of the Dragon on?
Tears of the Dragon is streaming on Discovery+ in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
Tears of the Dragon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Tears of the Dragon?
If you liked Tears of the Dragon, try Bloody Heart, Jumong, Empress Ki.
Who created Tears of the Dragon?
Tears of the Dragon was created by Lee Hwan Kyung and stars Yoo Dong-geun, Tae Min-young, Ahn Jae-mo.