Set in the early 1900s, this drama tells the story of a young man from Korea who grows up in the United States. When he returns to Korea as a US Marine Corps officer, he…
Drama • Series • 2018 • 1 season
Starring: Lee Byung-hun, Kim Tae-ri, Yoo Yeon-seok
Created by: Lee Eung-bok, Kim Eun-sook
S1 E1 - Episode 1
Joseon stands firm against U.S. incursion. Yu-jin survives in America — as Eugene. Ae-sin knows that great change is afoot with global ramifications.
Jul 7, 2018 • 1h 13m
S1 E2 - Episode 2
The empress has been murdered: For Ae-sin, words are useless against rapacious foreign powers; she’ll take up arms instead. Eugene gets a new post.
Jul 8, 2018 • 1h 10m
S1 E3 - Episode 3
In an age of imported coffee and fashions, Ae-sin prefers her German gun, but wonders what the English word “love” means and whether Eugene is a friend.
Jul 14, 2018 • 1h 8m
S1 E4 - Episode 4
Suspicions run deep as U.S. troops lose a gun on a train. Ae-sin shows Dong-mae compassion, Hui-seong returns to Joseon, and Eugene considers revenge.
Jul 15, 2018 • 1h 8m
S1 E5 - Episode 5
Ae-sin meets Hui-seong for coffee at the hotel. Eugene deals with Japanese troops at the U.S. legation, and wants to know why Ae-sin defends Joseon.
Jul 21, 2018 • 1h 13m
S1 E6 - Episode 6
Ae-sin gets a new mission. Eugene, Dong-mae and Hui-seong have something in common. Eugene delves into his past, and finally gives Ae-sin his answer.
Jul 22, 2018 • 1h 9m
S1 E7 - Episode 7
Ae-sin learns love’s real meaning and crushes a thug. Emperor Gojong asserts Joseon’s authority. Eugene reveals his Korean name to Ae-sin.
Jul 28, 2018 • 1h 13m
S1 E8 - Episode 8
Despite being advised to lay low as a noble lady, Ae-sin undertakes a dangerous operation. Eugene makes a surprising move and Hui-seong probes his past.
Jul 29, 2018 • 1h 8m
S1 E9 - Episode 9
Eugene wants to know why Ae-sin can’t pull back, but her path is with the Righteous Army. Hui-seong disagrees with Ae-sin and offers an alternative.
Aug 4, 2018 • 1h 13m
S1 E10 - Episode 10
The emperor seeks Eugene’s aid. Hui-seong visits the tailor. Ae-sin feels conflicted after hearing Eugene’s story, but later sees him on a snowy night.
Aug 5, 2018 • 1h 14m
S1 E11 - Episode 11
Ae-sin apologizes to Eugene, but he hopes that she’ll keep fighting for her Joseon. Hui-seong takes a streetcar ride with Ae-sin and proposes a plan.
Aug 11, 2018 • 1h 14m
S1 E12 - Episode 12
Reaffirming her commitment, Ae-sin stands by her decision and settles on an unforeseen pact over castella cake. Eugene investigates an old photograph.
Aug 12, 2018 • 1h 14m
S1 E13 - Episode 13
Ae-sin and Eugene take a ride out to the sea. A nefarious traitor shows great interest in Hui-seong and Eugene. Lord Go Sa-hong meets with Hui-seong.
Aug 18, 2018 • 1h 19m
S1 E14 - Episode 14
Eugene gets devastating news, Dong-mae is apprehended, Ae-sin asks Hina for help and Hui-seong comes to the rescue when Eugene finds himself cornered.
Aug 19, 2018 • 1h 14m
S1 E15 - Episode 15
A disquieting sight vexes Emperor Gojong. Ae-sin defies Lord Go, Eugene refuses to forgive, and Hui-seong visits the Go family estate.
Aug 25, 2018 • 1h 18m
S1 E16 - Episode 16
Hui-seong starts a newspaper and makes a personal sacrifice. Lord Go marshals support, Ae-sin imagines a different life, and Eugene goes to the palace.
Aug 26, 2018 • 1h 17m
S1 E17 - Episode 17
After giving up that which means the most to him, Hui-seong gets a friend a gift. Lord Go leads an urgent appeal, and Ae-sin faces Japanese troops.
Sep 1, 2018 • 1h 16m
S1 E18 - Episode 18
Eugene contends with a viperous imperialist. Seeing Lord Go’s incarceration, Hui-seong publishes a special edition. Ae-sin snubs a Japanese official.
Sep 2, 2018 • 1h 17m
S1 E19 - Episode 19
Lady Ae-sin loses a part of herself. Lord Go counters mounting imperialist schemes, Hui-seong avenges Ae-sin and Emperor Gojong strikes down a snake.
Sep 8, 2018 • 1h 17m
S1 E20 - Episode 20
The Righteous Army retaliates against Japanese troops and Ae-sin seeks justice. War breaks out in Joseon -- and Eugene gets orders to return to the U.S.
Sep 9, 2018 • 1h 21m
S1 E21 - Episode 21
Called an American imperialist, Eugene later asks Ae-sin why she persists in a futile cause. Hui-seong helps Ae-sin out of a bind. An ally joins Ae-sin.
Sep 15, 2018 • 1h 16m
S1 E22 - Episode 22
Emperor Gojong tries to shield the nation but is thrust into an impasse. Finding herself behind the eight ball, Ae-sin concedes that words have power.
Sep 16, 2018 • 1h 21m
S1 E23 - Episode 23
Seeing the explosion, Hui-seong, Dong-mae and Eugene fear the worst. The world’s indifference dismays Emperor Gojong, but Joseon’s defiance gets bolder.
Sep 29, 2018 • 1h 21m
S1 E24 - Episode 24
Joseon remains steadfast. The Righteous Army perseveres on its course. Ae-sin keeps her flame ablaze, while Hui-seong, Dong-mae and Eugene try to help.
Sep 30, 2018 • 1h 37m
About This Show
Mr. Sunshine
Set in the early 1900s, this drama tells the story of a young man from Korea who grows up in the United States. When he returns to Korea as a US Marine Corps officer, he meets and falls in love with a noblewoman who is fighting for Korean independence. Their romance is complicated by social class and political ideology.
Drama • TV Series • 2018
