
In the Joseon Dynasty, Hong Gil Dong, a hero to the people and enemy to the elite, faces King Yeonsangun, who is despised by his subjects despite his royal lineage. Born a slave, Hong Gil Dong wins the hearts of the commoners while challenging the tyrannical rule of the powerful. This TV series depicts his struggle for justice in a kingdom ruled by oppression.
Synopsis: MyDramaList
Rebel: Thief Who Stole the People is a Korean drama from 2017 that aired on MBC, with 30 episodes. It mixes action, thriller and historical. It stars Yoon Kyun Sang and Chae Soo Bin and is directed by Kim Jin Man. Its story tags include Joseon Dynasty, Smart Male Lead and Corruption. If you enjoyed it, try Warrior Baek Dong Soo or Gunman in Joseon.
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