The Legend Begins. Korea’s epic history comes alive in the blockbuster TV drama Jumong! 180 B.C., The Korean kingdom of Ancient Josun has fallen to China’s Han Empire, leaving the land and the people divided. Rising from the turmoil, one man stands alone, destined to united the nation and bring freedom to his people. Journey into the life of one of Korea’s most legendary figures, Jumong (Song Il Gook, Sea God), founder of the Koguryo kingdom. Amid sweeping battles and equally sweeping romance, he embarks on an epic adventure to bring peace and glory to the land once more. Jumong chronicles the coming-of-age trials of the unlikely prince who would one day etch his name in history.