The Rebel

The Rebel

On MBC

20171 season30 episodes60 min5.6 / 10

A historical Korean drama following a legendary rebel's dual struggle for justice against corrupt authority and for personal love during the Joseon dynasty.

During the period of Joseon Yeonsanjo, Hong Gildong was a hero who helped the unfortunate locals and fought against greedy governors. This legendary rebel, Hong Gildong's journey unveils his battle for love and justice.

Questions people ask

  • Is The Rebel violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of series.

  • Does The Rebel leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.

  • Is The Rebel scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 59% of series.

  • Is The Rebel sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is The Rebel easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.

43/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

You have seen this shape before.

Rarity57

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise29

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love45

How much audiences actually like it

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Ensemble

Like The Rebel

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as The Rebel

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like The Rebel, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like The Rebel, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like The Rebel, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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