Defendant

Defendant (2017)

EndedScripted showThriller, Legal

Park Jung Woo is a prosecutor at Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office. One day, he wakes up and finds himself in locked up at the police station. He has temporary amnesia. Park Jung Woo is falsely accused and is sentenced to death. He must struggle to prove his innocence.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday at 22:00 (65 min)

Last Episode

Episode 18
Season 1Episode 1865 min

Episode 18

mars 21, 2017

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E18Episode 18mars 21, 2017
S01E17Episode 17mars 20, 2017
S01E16Episode 16mars 14, 2017
S01E15Episode 15mars 13, 2017
S01E14Episode 14mars 7, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Defendant' premiere?

'Defendant' premiered on January 23, 2017.

Who are the main cast members of 'Defendant'?

The main cast members of 'Defendant' include Ji Sung, Uhm Ki-joon, and Kwon Yuri.

What is the genre of 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' is a legal thriller drama.

Who directed the TV show 'Defendant'?

The TV show 'Defendant' was directed by Jo Young-kwang.

Where is the TV show 'Defendant' set?

'Defendant' is set in South Korea.

What is the premise of 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' follows the story of a prosecutor who wakes up in prison, accused of murdering his wife and daughter.

How many episodes are there in 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' consists of 18 episodes.

What is the average duration of each episode in 'Defendant'?

Each episode of 'Defendant' has an average duration of approximately 70 minutes.

Is 'Defendant' based on a true story?

No, 'Defendant' is a work of fiction and is not based on a true story.

What language is spoken in 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' is primarily in Korean, with English subtitles available.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'Defendant'?

The screenplay for 'Defendant' was written by Choi Soo-jin.

What network aired 'Defendant'?

'Defendant' aired on SBS (Seoul Broadcasting System).

Did 'Defendant' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Defendant' received several awards and nominations, including the Excellence Award for Actor in a Miniseries for Ji Sung at the 2017 SBS Drama Awards.

Is 'Defendant' available for streaming online?

Yes, 'Defendant' is available for streaming online on various platforms.

What was the viewership of 'Defendant' during its run?

'Defendant' had high viewership ratings throughout its run, making it one of the most-watched dramas of 2017.

Did 'Defendant' have a strong fan following?

Yes, 'Defendant' gained a strong fan following due to its gripping storyline and stellar performances.

Cast

Uhm Ki Joon

Uhm Ki Joon

plays Cha Sun Ho / Cha Min Ho
Ji Sung

Ji Sung

plays Park Jung Woo
Uhm Hyun Kyung

Uhm Hyun Kyung

plays Na Yun Hee
Oh Chang Suk

Oh Chang Suk

plays Kang Joon Hyuk
Kwon Yoo Ri

Kwon Yoo Ri

plays Seo Eun Hye
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Characters

Cha Sun Ho / Cha Min Ho

Cha Sun Ho / Cha Min Ho

played by Uhm Ki Joon
Park Jung Woo

Park Jung Woo

played by Ji Sung
Na Yun Hee

Na Yun Hee

played by Uhm Hyun Kyung
Kang Joon Hyuk

Kang Joon Hyuk

played by Oh Chang Suk
Seo Eun Hye

Seo Eun Hye

played by Kwon Yoo Ri
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Also known as

  • 피고인 (Korea, Republic of)
  • Pigoin (Korea, Republic of)

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