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2012
1 Season
7.5 (196)

Horse Doctor, also known as The King's Doctor, is a historical medical drama that aired on MBC from 2012-2013. It follows the life of Baek Gwang-hyo (played by Jo Seung-woo), a skilled veterinarian who becomes the personal physician of King Hyojong (played by Lee Soon-jae) during the Joseon Dynasty.

Baek Gwang-hyo is a talented doctor who specializes in treating horses, which were highly valued during this time period for their importance in transportation, agriculture, and military operations. He is a man of great integrity and moral values, and he always puts the welfare of his patients above all else. When he becomes the king's doctor, he is faced with numerous challenges and political obstacles as he tries to advocate for his patients and provide the best medical care possible, despite the constraints of the royal court.

The show features a strong ensemble cast of supporting characters, including I Jovon as Seo Joo-young, a young physician who becomes Baek Gwang-hyo's protÃ©gÃ© and ally, and Son Chang-min as Lee Myung-hwan, a ruthless minister who opposes Baek Gwang-hyo's methods and tries to manipulate the king for his own gain. There is also a romantic subplot involving Baek Gwang-hyo and Lady Han (played by Yoo Sun), a noblewoman who becomes his love interest and ally in his fight against corruption and injustice.

One of the standout aspects of the show is its attention to historical accuracy and detail. The Joseon Dynasty was a fascinating period in Korean history that saw numerous advances in medicine, science, and technology, and Horse Doctor does an excellent job of capturing the spirit of this era. From the elaborate costumes and set designs to the intricate medical procedures and treatments, everything about the show feels authentic and immersive.

The show also explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and morality, as Baek Gwang-hyo and his colleagues grapple with the difficult ethical dilemmas of practicing medicine in a society that is rife with corruption and greed. At its core, Horse Doctor is a human story about a group of individuals who are committed to healing the sick and saving lives, even in the face of tremendous adversity.

Overall, Horse Doctor is a compelling and emotionally resonant drama that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, medical dramas, and epic sagas. With its complex characters, intricate plot, and stunning visuals, it is no wonder that the show remains a beloved classic of Korean television.

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Seasons

50. Episode 50

March 24, 2013

Kwanghyon becomes a royal physician and does private practice for those in need. He lives happily ever after with Jinyoung saving many lives, including what he's best at- treating horses.

49. Episode 49

March 19, 2013

Doctor Baek along with his medical staff discuss how to operate on the King's ulcer.

48. Episode 48

March 18, 2013

Jinyoung is freed from being a slave, however the officials are against their marriage since Kwanghyon's from a different class. The viceroy pressures him into entering the public service.

47. Episode 47

March 11, 2013

Lord Yi turns himself in and the viceroy and ministers face punishment as well. Jinyoung has to return to being a slave, but Kwanghyon tries to stop it...

46. Episode 46

March 10, 2013

Jinyoung tells the Queen the truth about their birth secret. The inquisitors are after Lord Yi as the truth reveals itself...

45. Episode 45

March 4, 2013

Jinyoung is saddened by the fact that she took away everything from Kwanghyon. She tries to put things back into place when the Queen rejects Kwanghyon's treatment.

44. Episode 44

March 3, 2013

Jinyoung suspects something after she hears Officer Kang talking about her old records. Meanwhile, the Queen becomes ill.

43. Episode 43

February 25, 2013

Kwanghyon tells Songha that he is going to charge Lord Yi of Yi Hongik's murder. Meanwhile, Kwanghyon sends Jinyoung away with the Princess while they are in trial...

42. Episode 42

February 24, 2013

Kwanghyon pleads to the King to use a veterinary procedure to save the Princess. The Ministers request his dismissal from the palace...

41. Episode 41

February 18, 2013

The doctors find out that the cure to smallpox is to adjust the treatment for each stage of the disease. However, Dr. Choi manages to make the Princess's condition worse and Kwanghyon tries to stop it...

40. Episode 40

February 17, 2013

Kwanghyon treats the Crown Prince with toad ashes. The capital is in grave danger as smallpox begins to spread...

39. Episode 39

February 11, 2013

Kwanghyon successfully treats the Crown Prince with acupuncture. However, after his treatment regimen doesn't work, they start to look for alternatives.

38. Episode 38

February 10, 2013

A man with Onguk's Guide to Sores shows up and tells Yi Myonghwan that he doubts Kwanghyon's abilities to treat the Crown Prince. They face danger when the Crown Prince doesn't stop bleeding from the surgery.

37. Episode 37

February 4, 2013

Kwanghyon gets praised by the king for treating the hospital's cast-offs and carrying on with Lord Ko's vision. The king has appointed him to be the physician of the seventh rank...

36. Episode 36

February 3, 2013

Jinyoung finds the medical records and matches it up Kwanghyon's handwriting. Kwanghyon finally makes a comeback at the pavilion where everyone is present.

35. Episode 35

January 28, 2013

Kwanghyon amputates Lord Oh's leg successfully. Meanwhile, Master Saam gets arrested to the infirmary for practicing magic.

34. Episode 34

January 27, 2013

Kwanghyon is back at the capital treating patients anonymously. Songha gets injured while he's trying to help Jinyoung...

33. Episode 33

January 21, 2013

Kwanghyon cures the empress and goes back to Joseon. Meanwhile, Jinyoung creates her own surgical college.

32. Episode 32

January 20, 2013

Lord Yi treats her Grace while Kwanghyon tries to figure out the cure for tetanus. He finds out that Jinyoung had visited Qing and chases after her...

31. Episode 31

January 15, 2013

The Empress has been diagnosed with sequestrum. Physicians from all over are brought together to find a cure.

30. Episode 30

January 7, 2013

Kwanghyon is treating patients in Ningbo, Qing China with Master Saam and Kayoung. Meanwhile, Lord Yi is planning on a trip there...

29. Episode 29

January 6, 2013

Kwanghyon survives Yi Myonghwan's trap and is on the search for Master Saam. He leaves to the Qing with So Kayoung and Master Saam.

27. Episode 27

December 31, 2012

Kwanghyon discovers that Jinyoung is Yongdal. Meanwhile, Lord Ko gets tetanus and ends up in critical condition.

26. Episode 26

December 25, 2012

Kwanghyon was successfully doing Lord Ko's surgery. Lord Yi finds out that Kwanghyon is Kang Dojun's son and capture him.

25. Episode 25

December 23, 2012

Lord Ko has been diagnosed with Sequestrum and Kwanghyon attempts to operate on him. Meanwhile, the widow tells Jinyoung her father was behind Lord Ko's poisoning...

24. Episode 24

December 17, 2012

Nurse Inju tells Kwanghyon about his past and how he has to choose between Jinyoung and his father. Meanwhile, he discovers Lord Ko with a serious illness.

23. Episode 23

December 16, 2012

Kwanghyon gets released and performs surgery on the widow. Nurse Inju finally decides to tell him the truth about his father...

22. Episode 22

December 10, 2012

Kwanghyon gets charged with harrassing the viceroy's daughter-in-law. Inju tells Lord Ko the truth about Kwanghyon and Jinyoung.

21. Episode 21

December 9, 2012

The princess asks Jinyoung to set her up with Kwanghyon at the lantern festival. Things don't go as planned and Kwanghyon ends up with Jinyoung instead. Meanwhile, Myonghwan is arranging Songha and Jinyoung's wedding.

20. Episode 20

December 3, 2012

Yi Myonghwan tries to stop Lord Ko from treating the king, but Kwanghyon helps him. The nurse tells Kwanghyon that someone poisoned him on purpose, and Lady Shin tells him to be careful of Yi Myonghwan.

19. Episode 19

December 2, 2012

The king forms sepsis and Kwanghyon finds out that his diagnosis was correct.

18. Episode 18

November 26, 2012

Lord Ko tells Kwanghyon being a horse doctor is nothing to be ashamed about. However, when Kwanghyon diagnoses the king with gallstones, he's faced with dismissal from the clinic.

17. Episode 17

November 25, 2012

Songha tells Kwanghyon that he can't get with Jinyoung since he's a commoner and she's a noble. The nurse finds out that Oh Jangbak is from the same island as Kwanghyon. During the practical application, Kwanghyon faces the king...

16. Episode 16

November 19, 2012

Kwanghyon and Jinyoung save Eunso. While he is locked up in the morgue, he brings a corpse back to life.

15. Episode 15

November 18, 2012

Kwanghyon passes the exam and becomes an apprentice. He wants to prove to Myonghwan how commoners like him can become physicians too.

14. Episode 14

November 12, 2012

Kwanghyon is preparing for the exam when Lord Yi Myonghwan finds out about them. He restricts Jinyong from seeing him and tries to stop him from becoming a doctor.

13. Episode 13

November 11, 2012

When the medical exam is announced without any restrictions in social class, Gwanghyon begins preparing with Jinyong's help.

12. Episode 12

November 5, 2012

Kwanghyon gets punished for attempted murder with acupuncture. After he recovers, he gets an offer to become a real doctor by Lord Ko.

11. Episode 11

November 4, 2012

Kwanghyon tries to treat his colleague, Kang Dalho, with acupuncture.

10. Episode 10

October 30, 2012

Kwanghyon finds the cure for the illness and is able to save Jinyoung. The Princess leaves the palace to see Kwanghyon

9. Episode 9

October 28, 2012

Kwanghyon thinks the cattle plague isn't cowpox. While he tries to find the poison, Jinyoung gets infected...

8. Episode 8

October 22, 2012

Kwanghyon and Jinyoung start working together at the Royal Stables. They find out about the cattle plague that spreads to people.

7. Episode 7

October 21, 2012

Kwanghyon uses seven calming points to cure the horse that's supposed to be a tribute to the Qing. Ji Nyung finally joins the Welfare Clinic, where she gets sent to the stables.

6. Episode 6

October 15, 2012

Jinyoung finds out that the horse doctor's name is Kwanghyon. Kwanghyon decides to save the horse that is supposed to be a tribute for the Qing.

5. Episode 5

October 14, 2012

The doctor in the cave discovers Kwang Hyun's abilities as he heals the horse for the first time. After time passes, Kwang Hyun pays another visit to the capital and meets Jinyoung.

4. Episode 4

October 9, 2012

Kwanghyon gets saved and lives in the stables. While the ministers come to buy the horses, Jinyoung comes along with Yi Myonghwan.

3. Kang Dojun's disgraced clan gets restored. Meanwhile Kwanghyon, Baek Sukgu, and Yongdal are on the run.

October 8, 2012

Kang Dojun's disgraced clan gets restored. Meanwhile Kwanghyon, Baek Sukgu, and Yongdal are on the run.

2. Episode 2

October 2, 2012

Kwanghyun finally frees himself and goes out to the capital. There, he meets Youngdal, the real daughter of his father, Baek Suk Gu.

1. Episode 1

October 1, 2012

Myonghwan meets Kang Dojun and Inju at the apprentice library. There, they share their hopes and dreams together. However, after they find out the secret behind the Crown Prince's assassination, they are faced with grave danger...

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