TV series
The Tale of the Bookworm
2014, Korean, on NAVER TV. Created by Hong Seok-ku.
During the Joseon Dynasty, a revolutionary book written by Heo Gyun goes missing. A scholar that's mad about books goes on the hunt for it commissioned by a high ranking government official. But as he goes on his search he discovers secrets that leave him having to choose between following his passion for reading or saving life. What will he choose in the end?
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 7
- Episode length
- 11 min
- Status
- Ended in 2014
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Latest episode
S1 E7: Episode 7
Aired 19 October 2014
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 13 October 2014
- Last aired
- 19 October 2014
- Network
- NAVER TV
- Original title
- 간서치열전
- Language
- Korean
- Country
- South Korea
- Type
- Miniseries
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The Tale of the Bookworm: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Tale of the Bookworm are there?
The Tale of the Bookworm has 1 season and 7 episodes, about 11 minutes each.
Is The Tale of the Bookworm finished?
Yes. The Tale of the Bookworm ended in 2014, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Tale of the Bookworm on?
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What shows are like The Tale of the Bookworm?
If you liked The Tale of the Bookworm, try Jewel in the Crown, Shōgun, Police Story.
Who created The Tale of the Bookworm?
The Tale of the Bookworm was created by Hong Seok-ku and stars Choi Dae-chul, Im Ho, Lee Dae-yeon.